However, water samples taken at the Kitsap Lake Park swimming beach this week showed E. coli bacteria levels remained high, so the the public is advised to continue to avoid all contact with the water at the swimming beach until further notice.
If you see slime, stay out of the water (and call us!)
Residents who live near lakes or people visiting the lake are encouraged to look for cyanobacteria blooms and contact the Kitsap Public Health District at (360) 728-2235 when blooms are observed, or if they notice any of the following conditions:
Large numbers of dead fish in the lake.
Sudden or unexplained sickness or death of a pet cat or dog.
If someone has entered the water and experiences skin rash, dizziness or weakness, respiratory allergy, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or vomiting.
Swimming beach monitoring
During the summer months, the Kitsap Public Health District monitors 34 fresh and salt water swimming areas for bacteria levels and sources, safety concerns, and toxic cyanobacteria (commonly known as toxic blue-green algae).
If people or pets become sick after being in the water, or if you see an algae bloom or large numbers of dead fish, please report it online or by calling (360) 728-2235 so Kitsap Public Health can investigate and take action, if necessary.
High levels of E.coli bacteria can be caused by wildlife and pets in the water, people swimming when they are sick with diarrhea, a large number of swimmers, infants swimming without swim diapers, and/or and people entering the water without showering.
Tad Sooter | Public Information Officer Kitsap Public Health District 345 6th St., Suite 300 | Bremerton, WA 98337 (360) 728-2330 Office | (360) 908-8892 Cell pio@kitsappublichealth.org | kitsappublichealth.org