News Release

For Immediate Release

            August 13, 2010

Durham Middle Dam Posted Unsafe for Bathing

Beach water sampling from August 11^th, 2010 at Durham Middle Dam, Municipality of West Grey, shows levels exceeding Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care standards for acceptable bacterial levels. As a result, this area will be posted and remain posted until samples indicate that water is safe for bathing.

The Medical Officer of Health advises bathers that high levels of bacteria in the water may pose a risk to their health.

Beach information on our website is updated as conditions change. For more information, please call 519-376-9420 or 1-800-263-3456 or visit www.publichealthgreybruce.on.ca.

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For more information:

Andrew Barton

Manager, Health Protection

Grey Bruce Health Unit

519-376-9420 or 1-800-263-3456 ext.1353