Last Updated: June 30, 2026
The Norfolk Department of Public Health (NDPH) has issued a swimming advisory for nine beaches in the Ocean View area after routine water testing detected elevated levels of enterococci bacteria that exceed Virginia’s water quality standards.
The advisory is in effect for the following beaches:
- East Community Beach
- 21st Bay
- 5th Bay
- Capeview Avenue
- North Community Beach
- Ocean View Park
- Sarah Constant Beach
- 10th View
- 13th View
As a precaution, NDPH advises the public to avoid swimming at these locations until the advisory is lifted. Warning signs have been posted at each affected beach to notify visitors.
NDPH will continue to monitor water quality through follow-up testing. The advisory will be removed, and the public will be notified once bacteria levels have returned to meet state water quality standards.
The health and safety of our community remain our top priority. Residents and visitors are encouraged to check for updates before visiting Ocean View beaches.