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SWAP Comment Period Extended to October 5, 2026
MDEQ has extended the informal comment period on the State Water Alteration Program (SWAP) ANPRM to October 5, 2026. Stakeholders now have additional time to review the draft SWAP framework and submit feedback.
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The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality is responsible for protecting the state’s air, land, and water. Our mission is to safeguard the health, safety, and welfare of present and future generations of Mississippians by conserving and improving our environment and fostering wise economic growth through focused research and responsible regulation.
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April 16, 2026
Water contact advisory LIFTED for Pass Christian East Beach
April 15, 2026
Water contact advisories LIFTED for Gulfport West Beach and Biloxi West Central Beach
April 14, 2026
Water contact advisories LIFTED for Bay St. Louis Beach and Gulfport Central Beach
April 10, 2026
Water Contact Advisories Issued for Biloxi West Central and East Central Beaches
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