The results of 17 samples taken by the Guam Environmental Protection Agency on Sept. 19, 2024, identified that the following recreational waters were polluted above the accepted bacteriological standards. 

Hågat 

Bangi Beach

Togcha Beach - Bridge

Togcha Beach - Cemetery

Hagatna 

Padre Palomo Park Beach

West Hagåtña Bay - Park

Piti 

Santos Memorial

United Seamen's Service

Tamuning 

East Hagåtña Bay - Alupang Tower Beach

Humåtak 

Toguan Bay

Swimming, fishing or playing in unsafe waters may result in minor illnesses such as sore throats or diarrhea. It may also result in more serious illnesses such as meningitis, encephalitis, or severe gastroenteritis. 

Children, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems have a greater chance of getting sick when they come in contact with contaminated water.