News Release                            For Immediate Release

                                                                                                                     August 15, 2008

Beach Safety Confirmed

Beach sampling was undertaken as part of due diligence in relation to the investigation of an e-coli case in the region.

Public beaches in Southampton, Port Elgin and Inverhuron were all sampled on Thursday, August 14, 2008. Results from the testing show all beaches sampled are well within recreational bathing water standards. These beaches are all deemed safe for recreational use.

Historically these beaches have always sampled within recreational water guidelines. While the investigation into the source of the e-coli continues the sampling results diminishes the likelihood of the beach water being a possible source of contracting the infection.

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For more information:

Lou D’Alessandro

Manager, Safe Water

Grey Bruce Health Unit

519-376-9420 or 1-800-263-3456 ext 223