Jan. 13, 2021

Health advisories issued for Dyes Inlet and Port Washington Narrows due to sewage overflow

No-contact advisory in effect through Jan. 19; shellfish harvesting closure in effect through Feb. 2. 

Affected area: Dyes Inlet and Port Washington Narrows

Warning signs will be posted at public access points.

No-Contact Advisory: A no-contact advisory is in effect through Jan. 19.

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. 

Be aware that because of extreme high tides, pooled water near shorelines could also be contaminated.

Shellfish Harvesting Closure: A shellfish harvesting advisory is in effect through Feb. 2. 

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 overflow noted with bullseye.

Source of pollution: Combined sewage overflow reported by Bremerton Public Works. 

Learn more about combined sewage overflows.

Estimated spill volume: 32,530 gallons

Start date of incident:  Jan. 12, 2021

Contact: Bremerton Public Works — 360-473-5920

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