Updated: No-contact advisory issued for Sinclair Inlet due to sewage spill at Naval Base Kitsap - Bremerton
Kitsap County Washington sent this bulletin at 08/15/2018 08:54 AM PDT
8/15/18
Updated notice to correct spill location
No-contact advisory issued for Sinclair Inlet due to sewage spill at Naval Base Kitsap - Bremerton
Seven-day no-contact advisory in effect through Tuesday, August 21.
Affected area: Sinclair Inlet and the head of Port Washington Narrows up to Lions Park
Advisory: No-contact advisory
During
a no-contact advisory, the public is advised to avoid contact with the water in
the affected area. This means the District recommends against swimming, wading,
or types of water recreation or play where water could be swallowed or get in
the mouth, nose or eyes. People should also avoid direct skin contact if
possible, and immediately wash with soap and water if they have exposure to the
water. Signs have been posted at locations around Sinclair Inlet and the head of Port Washington Narrows, up to Lions Park.
This area is already permanently closed to shellfish harvest due to pollution.
The advisory is in effect through Tuesday, August 21, 2018.
