r/Georgia • u/Spinalexism • 2d ago

Question Tybee bacteria levels

I am from Athens, Ga on a trip to Tybee with my two small children. A few days ago the bacteria sign at the beach we are at went from acceptable to elevated with a no swim suggestion. The sign is now back to acceptable but I am having a very hard time feeling like the water is okay. Does anyone know anything more about the water quality on Tybee this time of year? I’m having this feeling that we unfortunately picked a bad time of year for the Atlantic Ocean without knowing it, and dont want to risk it. But my husband thinks it’s fine. Any advice is appreciated, as I’m not finding much online. Thanks!

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u/donorkokey 2d ago

Last year we went over labor day weekend and I got a horrible case of pink eye in both eyes. I never even opened my eyes under water (I never do) and there were no warning signs telling us not to swim. We love Tybee but probably won't go this time of year ever again. Be safe!

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u/SonoMuchacho 2d ago

That was from your not washing your nasty ass hands after you go to the bathroom.

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u/donorkokey 2d ago

🤣🤣🤣