News Release                   For Immediate Release

July 8, 2005

Middle Dam (Durham Conservation Area) Posted as Unsafe for Bathing

Water sampling revealed that Middle Dam had two consecutive samples that exceeded Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care standards for acceptable bacterial levels. As a result this area will be posted, and remain posted, until two consecutive samples indicate that the water is safe for bathing.

The Medical Officer of Health advises bathers that high levels of bacteria in this water may pose a risk to their health.  Advisory signs have been posted.

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

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For more information:

Lou D’Alessandro

Director, Health Protection

Grey Bruce Health Unit

376-9420 ext.223