City of Eau Claire issued the following announcement on July 16.
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Reminder that even though beaches may be open, there is always a risk of bacteria in a lake. Please swim at your own risk.
Eau Claire County Beach FAQs
Testing And Closing Procedures
What beaches do you test?
What do you test for?We monitor for E. coli bacteria using Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards. When high levels of E. coli are present there is a high chance that other bacteria and viruses are in the water. We also monitor harmful algae blooms according to World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines.
How often do you test?
What is the difference in a water quality advisory vs. closure?
Can I swim in the water if a water quality advisory is posted?
Harmful Algae and Bacteria
Expand/Contract Questions and Answers
What are algae blooms?
Are all algae blooms dangerous?
What should I do if I see a bloom?
What are the health effects of harmful algae?
Can harmful algae make my pet sick?
Are children more vulnerable to algae toxins and bacteria than adults?
What are the health effects of unsafe bacteria?
Is it safe to swim with an open wound (example: cut, tattoo, piercing)?
What causes Swimmer's Itch?
What do I do if I have been exposed to harmful algae?
Is it safe to eat fish from water with an algae bloom?
Is it safe to eat fish from water with unsafe bacteria levels?
For more information, visit:
WI Department of Natural Resources https://dnr.wi.gov/lakes/bluegreenalgae/
WI Department of Health Services: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/water/bg-algae/index.htm
Original source can be found here.
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