The Sudbury and District Health Unit has issued a swimming advisory for Canoe Club Beach at Bell Park in Greater Sudbury.
As a result of routine water samples exceeding the acceptable bacteriological water quality standards, the health unit has posted swimming advisory signs to inform the public that the beach water quality is not suitable for recreational use at this time.
A swimming advisory is a precautionary notice that informs the public about specific risks to health and safety.
“We have enhanced our monitoring and will continue taking water samples,” said Cynthia Peacock-Rocca, health unit environmental health division manager.
The health unit said going into the water when bacteria are present in high concentrations puts bathers at risk for infections. Illness can occur if swimmers swallow beach water; if water gets into their ears, eyes, or nose; or if it comes in contact with open wounds.
