The oil spill on the Gulf Coast has states and visitors bureaus working hard to keep the public updated and reassure beach-bound travelers . NEW : A no - swimming notice has been issued for Destin Beach , Florida . Oil affects sections of Pensacola Beach and Perdido Key beaches in Florida . Some waters open to swimming because of the oil along the shoreline . Health officials have an advisory against swimming in the Gulf Stream .
NEW : A no - swimming notice has been issued for Destin Beach , Florida . Oil affects sections of Pensacola Beach and Perdido Key beaches in Florida . Some waters open to swimming because of the oil along the shoreline . Health officials have an advisory against swimming in the Gulf Stream .