The St. Clair County Health Department (SCCHD) has issued a swimming advisory for Lakeside Beach in Port Huron due to concerns over water quality.
The SCCHD Environmental Health Division will collect water samples until E. coli test results meet the State of Michigan’s acceptable range. To ensure safety, water sample results must be below 300 E. coli per 100 milliliters.
E. coli bacteria, commonly found in the digestive systems of warm-blooded animals’, can indicate fecal contamination. Multiple sources may contribute to bacterial contamination, such as septic systems, stormwater runoff, wildlife, and agricultural runoff. Heavy rainfall, strong winds, and turbulent waters can elevate E. coli levels.
For more information, visit: scchealth.co or contact the SCCHD Environmental Health Division at (810) 987-5306.
Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell
