Beach Bacteria: Five Things on the Beach

1) Bacteria levels for the Madeira, Indian Rocks and Redington Shores beaches are high so you may want to avoid swimming.

2) The Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary is looking for donations to help out with the birds. If you would like to help out, contact the Seabird Sanctuary at (727) 392-4291 for more information on how you can.

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4) Do you have little ones with vivid imaginations? Check out at the  to inspire their minds and get them started on good reading habits.

5) Here's your Thursday forecast. It'll be partly cloudy with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs will be around 90 with a 20 percent chance of rain.