Alberta Health Services is advising the public not to swim or wade at three Lakeland beaches after testing found elevated levels of bacteria in the water.
The advisories took effect Tuesday, Aug. 18 and apply to:
- Moose Lake Provincial Park Beach in the MD of Bonnyville
- Floatingstone Lake Recreation Area Beach in the County of St. Paul
- Stoney Lake Municipal Campground Beach in the County of St. Paul
The advisories apply specifically to these beach locations, not the entirety of each lake.
Health risks from water contact
AHS says swallowing water at the affected beaches may cause gastrointestinal illness. Contact with the water could also lead to skin, ear or eye infections.
Residents and visitors are reminded never to drink or cook with untreated water taken directly from any lake or other body of water. Water-borne organisms, including fecal bacteria, can cause vomiting and diarrhea.
All three advisories will remain in effect until further notice.
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Swimming advisories issued for three Lakeland beaches due to elevated bacteria
Alberta Health Services is advising the public not to swim or wade at three Lakeland beaches after testing found elevated levels of bacteria in the water.
The advisories took effect Tuesday, Aug. 18 and apply to:
- Moose Lake Provincial Park Beach in the MD of Bonnyville
- Floatingstone Lake Recreation Area Beach in the County of St. Paul
- Stoney Lake Municipal Campground Beach in the County of St. Paul
The advisories apply specifically to these beach locations, not the entirety of each lake.
Health risks from water contact
AHS says swallowing water at the affected beaches may cause gastrointestinal illness. Contact with the water could also lead to skin, ear or eye infections.
Residents and visitors are reminded never to drink or cook with untreated water taken directly from any lake or other body of water. Water-borne organisms, including fecal bacteria, can cause vomiting and diarrhea.
All three advisories will remain in effect until further notice.
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