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This document outlines the sanitary protection measures for bathing waters in Nice for the 2024 bathing season. It establishes protocols for bacteriological monitoring and control of bathing water quality across 26 sampling sites distributed between La Lanterne and Coco Beach. The document details emergency procedures for marine pollution, surveillance strategies, and the roles of local authorities in protecting public health at bathing sites.

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Water

Coastal Mediterranean water at Nice, France. Monitoring covers 26 sampling sites between La Lanterne and Coco Beach.

Location

Nice, France. Bathing sites extend from La Lanterne to Coco Beach, with 26 designated sampling locations. The mayor's jurisdiction extends 300 metres from the communal shoreline.

Season

1 June to 30 September 2024. Pre-season sampling conducted between 10 and 20 May.

Water Quality

Bathing water quality is classified based on bacteriological analysis of Escherichia coli and intestinal enterococci. Water is classified as good quality when E. coli levels are below 1000 per 100 ml and intestinal enterococci are below 370 per 100 ml. Weekly bacteriological monitoring is conducted, with results interpreted according to ANSES standards and European Directive 2006/7/CE. Pollution sources include domestic, urban, industrial, and agricultural activities, as well as sanitation network overflows during heavy rainfall and stormwater discharges.

Risks

Bacteriological contamination from pathogenic germs introduced directly by bathers, sanitation and stormwater networks, and watercourse inputs. Temporary sanitation network discharges occur during heavy rainfall. The document references proliferation of the algae Ostreopsis ovata as a potential pollution risk.