Pool opens after possible parasite exposure

PRINCE ALBERT, Sask. – The City of Prince Albert says Frank J. Dunn Pool is opening to the public on Tuesday after a possible parasite exposure.

In August, the Prince Albert Parkland Health Region issued a health advisory for people who visited Kinsmen Water Park or Frank J. Dunn Pool.

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Several people tested positive for a gastro-intestinal infection believed to be linked to these two places.

According to the health region, the parasite which causes cryptosporidium can tolerate certain levels of chlorine.

Chlorine levels were increased at Frank J. Dunn Pool as a precautionary measure to deal with the possible parasite exposure.

Sask Rivers School Division has since brought chlorine levels back down to acceptable standards at the pool.

All regularly scheduled programs are available starting Tuesday evening.