Swimming advisory issued: Greater Sudbury – July 16, 2024

A swimming advisory has been issued for the following beach:

• Amphitheatre Beach – Ramsey Lake, Greater Sudbury

As a result of routine water samples exceeding the acceptable bacteria levels, Public Health Sudbury & Districts has posted swimming advisory signs to inform the public that the beach water quality is not suitable for recreational use at this time at Amphitheatre Beach – Ramsey Lake, Greater Sudbury.

A swimming advisory is a precautionary notice that informs the public about specific risks to health and safety.

“Going into the water when bacteria are present in high concentrations puts bathers at risk for infections. Illness can occur if swimmers swallow beach water; if water gets into their ears, eyes, or nose; or if it comes in contact with open wounds,” said Cindy Rocca, a manager with Public Health Sudbury & Districts’ Health Protection Division.

Monitoring of the beach front has been enhanced and samples will be taken daily until bacterial levels return to safe numbers. Public Health Sudbury & Districts will notify the public when the bathing beach is safe for swimming again. For information about beach water quality, visit our beach water testing results webpage.