CAPE CORAL, Florida – The Florida Department of Health has issued a beach advisory for the Cape Coral Sailing Club after high levels of bacteria have been detected in the water.

The tests, conducted on Thursday, revealed unsecured levels of Enterococcus bacteria. Enterococcus is a bacterium that is usually found in the intestinal tract of humans and animals, according to the Department of Health.

The bacteria could come from feces from runoff, animals and sewage, according to Tammy Yzaguirre, a consultant for government operations at Lee Health.

As a result, the Ministry of Health advises people not to enter the water.

According to a press release, the bacterium Enterococcus could cause diarrhea and abdominal pain.

The notice will remain in effect until the new test results show that the water is safe. Another series of tests will be conducted on Tuesday.

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