Avoid swimming at two public beaches in York Region due to potential health risks.
Getting Ready for a Dip? Handle With Caution!
Skip a dip at Cedar and Claredon Beach Park, effective June 20th, 12 p.m. Sound the alarm bell, folk! Here's the lowdown on beach water quality for York Region by none other than our pals at York Region Public Health:
- It's all clear for a splash at Bonnie Park Beach, Jackson's Point (37 Malone Road), just go ahead and dive in on June 18!
- Would-be swimmers at Cedar Beach, Whitchurch-Stouffville (150 Cedarvale Boulevard) are out of luck on June 18 as the water's a no-go!
- The water's also off-limits at Claredon Beach Park, Keswick (Windy Shore Drive) on June 18. Looks like skipping a dip is the name of the game!
- Corner Park Beach, Pefferlaw (100 Clovelly Cove) is a definite yes for swimming on June 18.
- The good news continues at De La Salle Park Beach, Jackson's Point (1924 Metro Road North) and Franklin Beach Conservation Area Beach, Jackson's Point (753 Lake Drive East). June 18 is the day to dive in!
- Holmes Point Park Beach, Pefferlaw (131 Holmes Point Road), Joy Marritt Parkette Beach, Keswick (275 Church Street), and North Gwillimbury Park Beach, Keswick (846 Lake Drive North) are all swim-tastic on June 18.
- The countdown to cannonballs is set for Peninsula Resort Beach, Pefferlaw (202 Holmes Point Road), Riverview Park Beach, Pefferlaw (98 Irving Drive), Sheppard Park and Wharf Beach, Keswick (971 Lake Drive North), Willow Beach Conservation Area Beach, Keswick (1506 Metro Road), and Willow Wharf Park Beach, Keswick (Lake Drive East) on June 18.
By the book, water is deemed risky for swimming when a single sample hits 400 or more E. coli bacteria per 100 millilitres, or the geometric mean of five samples reaches 200 or more. Testing, transportation, and analysis can take a spell, so fresher data might not reflect beach conditions at this very moment. Steer clear of the water during rain, choppy waves, when it's packed with birds, or in the wake of a major storm.
Chowing down on E. coli is a hot ticket to some pretty nasty digestive woes, like stomach cramps, diarrhea, and vomiting. These high levels often indicate the presence of other nasty critters, such as those causing skin rashes and various infections of the eye, ear, nose, and throat.
If a beach isn't safe for swimming, it might be due to weather, runoff, pollution, spills, foul odors, litter, sharp debris, or the presence of dead fish. Moreover, public beaches are also monitored for blue-green algae, a toxin threats for humans, pets, and wildlife alike[1].
So, there you have it! Stick to the list, and you'll have no trouble finding a clean water paradise to beat the heat! Remember, the safety of a swim is entirely in the hands of York Region Public Health, so listen to their wisdom on whether to dive or dip!
Bonus Facts:* York Region Public Health works tirelessly to protect the health and wellbeing of residents throughout the area.* Cedar and Claredon Beach Park's poor water quality could be due to factors like excess rainfall or blue-green algae blooms, which York Region Public Health is keeping a close eye on[1].
- The unfavorable weather conditions at Cedar and Claredon Beach Park might be due to factors like excess rainfall or blue-green algae blooms, as monitored by York Region Public Health.
- Adhering to the clean water paradises listed by York Region Public Health ensures a reduced risk of health issues, including digestive problems like stomach cramps, diarrhea, and vomiting.
- The scientific study of E. coli bacteria levels can indicate the presence of other harmful organisms causing skin rashes, eye, ear, nose, and throat infections.
- In addition to monitoring beach water quality for contaminants and unsafe conditions, York Region Public Health also works diligently to ensure the environment's health and wellness, including addressing issues related to nutrition and health-and-wellness overall.
