LINCOLN CITY, Ore. -- State health officials have asked people stay out of the water at Nye Beach in Lincoln County.

They issued the health advisory after tests showed the water contained elevated levels of fecal bacteria.

Increased levels in ocean waters can come from sources such as storm water runoff, sewer overflows, failing septic systems and animal waste from livestock, pets and wildlife.

The bacteria can cause gastroenteritis, skin rashes and upper respiratory infections. Children, the elderly and those with compromised immune systems are especially vulnerable.