Moose Beach in Orillia has been issued a swim advisory after a “higher than normal” bacteria count was recorded in the water.
According to a release issued Friday, the city received notice from the Simcoe Muskoka Distict Health Unit (SMDHU) that a swim advisory had been issued due to the elevated bacteria count.
A swim advisory is issued by the SMDHU when bacteria levels exceed the level officials deem acceptable.
According to the advisory, there may be an increased risk of developing minor irritations and infections when the bacteria count is higher than normal.
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While an advisory is not a beach closure, the city urges anyone who chooses to swim to avoid ducking their head or swallowing water.
Residents are also reminded that lifeguards are off-duty during a swim advisory, and swimmers are cautioned to swim at their own risk.
City officials are reminding residents that Couchiching Beach also remains under a swim advisory at this time.
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