MIAMI, Florida (24 June 2000) -- Millions of gallons of raw sewage leaked into Biscayne Bay after a construction crew accidentally punctured a major underground sewage pipe. Health officials immediately shut down 20 miles of the coastline to swimmers and divers. Tests for coliform bacteria at 30 sites showed a high level of contamination. | | To reopen the coastal marine sports area to swimmers and divers, health officials said they will need two days of safe results from ocean water tests. © CDNN - CYBER DIVER NEWS NETWORK |
