Alerts!
SPRUCE AND SPINE BEACH CLOSED EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY!
We have just received notification that the Algoma Health Unit's water quality testing has revealed high levels of E. Coli at both Spruce and Spine Beaches. High E.Coli levels can be found where the water has been contaminated when there is a storm, built-up waste on the beach and streets runs off into the water, hot weather and or fecal contamination.
Warning signs are being posted at both Waterfronts.
Retesting will be done on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday of next week (July 26-28, 2010) and if 2 out of 3 samples are OK, the beaches can reopen. (earliest possible date for reopening would be Thursday July 29, 2010)
Lifeguards will not be scheduled until we receive notification, that the beaches are swimmable.
H1N1 Flu Virus is a respiratory illness that causes symptoms similar to those of the regular human seasonal flu. The symptoms include fever, fatigue, lack of appetite, coughing and sore throat. Some people with H1N1 flu virus have also reported vomiting and diarrhea.
Algoma Public Health is currently working closely with local institutions and healthcare providers, as well as provincial and federal health agencies and officials.
If you are exhibiting symptoms of a respiratory illness, please call your health care provider to discuss your symptoms.
Visit the Algoma Public Health website for detailed information and advice about the H1N1 flu virus.
