The Baldwin County Health Department notified residents that a sewage spill occurred in the Fairhope area on Monday morning.
According to the report, a power outage at the Twin Beach Lift Station resulted in an estimated 1,000 to 10,000 gallons to be spilled into Point Clear Creek.
The Health Department has urged residents to exercise caution using this water body for recreational purposes. Also, thoroughly cook any fish or seafood caught near by and wash hands after handling fish or seafood.
