Dec. 22, 2020

Health advisories issued for Liberty Bay due to sewage overflows

No-contact advisory in effect through Dec. 28. Shellfish harvesting closure in effect through Jan. 11. 

Affected area: Liberty Bay

Signs have been posted at public access points. 

No-Contact Advisory: A no contact advisory is in effect through Dec. 28.

During a no-contact advisory, the public is advised to avoid contact with water in the affected area. The Health District recommends against swimming, wading, or types of water recreation that could cause water to be swallowed or get into the mouth, nose or eyes. People should also avoid direct skin contact if possible and immediately wash with soap and clean water if they have exposure to the water. 

Shellfish Harvesting Closure: A shellfish harvesting advisory is in effect through Jan. 11.

The public is advised to not harvest shellfish in the affected area during this closure period. All existing shellfish advisories remain in effect. Go to doh.wa.gov/shellfishsafety for details.

For more information, visit kitsappublichealth.org/beaches.

The affected shoreline is highlighted below: 

Approximate location of sewage spill noted with bullseye.

Source of pollution: Sewage overflow reported by City of Poulsbo. Sewage overflow reported by Kitsap County Public Works in Keyport area. 

Estimated spill volume: 6,700 gallons (Poulsbo); 25,000 gallons (Keyport)

Date of incident:  12/21/20

Contact: Bremerton Public Works — 360-779-4078; Kitsap County Public Works  — 360-337-5777

For more information about this public health advisory issued by the Kitsap Public Health District, please contact: pio@kitsappublichealth.org