Test results for the week of July 18 indicate that 10 beaches have been posted as unsafe for swimming due to elevated bacteria levels, said a Durham Health report.
Beaches are posted as unsafe for swimming when elevated levels of E. coli exceed the provincial standard of 200 E. coli per 100 ml of water.
The Health Department reminded the public not to swim in beach water for at least 48 hours after heavy rainfall as bacteria levels can increase due to run-off.
Throughout the summer, the Health Department will be conducting bacteriological water tests to determine if these beaches are safe for swimming. The Public Health Ontario Laboratory in Peterborough provides analyses of all water samples submitted for testing.
Lakeview Park Beach unsafe for swimming from July 22 to July 28
From Friday, July 22 to Thursday, July 28, Lakeview Park Beach is considered unsafe for swimming, said an Oshawa statement.
Community members are asked to check Lakeview Park Beach East water conditions and the Durham Region Health Department beach water reading prior to planning your next visit to ensure it is safe to swim.
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