Nantucket County, MA

08/10/2022 | News release | Distributed by Public on 08/10/2022 13:56

Brant Point Area Experiencing Strong Odor due to Seaweed Decomposition

Posted on: August 10, 2022

Brant Point Area Experiencing Strong Odor due to Seaweed Decomposition

The odor being experienced at Brant Point, Cliff Road, North Liberty and surrounding areas is caused by seaweed that is decomposing along the beach on the harbor side of Jetties.

North and NE winds are causing this odor to extend inland.

In response to the multiple calls the Sewer Department has received this morning - this is NOT a sewer issue. The Sewer Department, Fire Department Harbor Master Office, and Natural Resources Department staff have all been onsite this morning and samples have been taken.

Thank you to all concerned citizens! ... This is just seaweed decomposing.