The beaches of Gulf Shores to Fort Morgan received significant oil impacts today, in the water and at the shoreline. Double Red flags are flying; indicating the waters are CLOSED for swimming within the corporate limits of the City of Gulf Shores. City officials and staff are working with BP and its contractors to clean the beaches as quickly as possible and oil skimming vessels are working offshore under the direction of the US Coast Guard. The public is reminded, please DO NOT TO TOUCH OIL IN ANY FORM and to leave it for clean-up crews. If you happen to come in contact, clean the affected area with soap and water or use baby oil to remove the residue. To report oil impacts to wildlife, contact 1-866-557-1401.

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