Okaloosa County health officials warn of waterborne illness risk at beaches and pools

The Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County is urging residents and visitors to stay out of beach water and public pools due to an increased risk of waterborne illness, according to WKRG-TV.

The advisory applies to both ocean and pool environments in the county. Health officials have not yet released specific details about the nature of the illness or the exact locations affected, but the warning suggests a situation serious enough to warrant public precaution.

Okaloosa County residents should monitor updates from the Florida Department of Health for more information on the duration of the warning and when it may be safe to resume normal water activities.