New Brunswick issues swimming advisories at Parlee Beach, Mactaquac
The advisories were issued on Tuesday for Parlee Beach Provincial Park in Pointe-du-Chêne and Mactaquac Provincial Park.
'When bacterial levels are above guideline values, a 'No Swimming' advisory is issued,' the province's website says. 'In this case, the public is warned that the water is not suitable for swimming.
'When a no swimming advisory is in place, it does not mean the beach is closed. Many activities such as walking or running on the shore, hiking, relaxing on the beach and photography can still be enjoyed safely.'
Samples collected at Parlee Beach revealed the presence of enterococcus, which can cause UTIs, bacteremia, and infective endocarditis, according to the National Library of Medicine.
Mactaquac Provincial Park tested positive for E. coli, which can cause gut infections.
'Swimming in waters with bacteria levels above guideline values does not mean that you will get sick, but it increases the risk,' the province says. 'Levels fluctuate throughout the day so there is always a small risk of exposure.'
The province recommends people avoid swallowing water at beaches, not put water on open wounds or sores, and always wash their hands before eating.
Algae bloom
The province is also reporting cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) blooms at several lakes. Cyanobacteria, which is a natural part of the environment, can produce toxins that are harmful to people and animals.
The most recent algae blooms include:
Carters Brook (latest bloom on June 27)
Darlings Lake (latest bloom on June 24
Irishtown Nature Park (latest bloom on June 24)
Kennebecasis River (latest bloom on July 7)
Kouchibouguacis River (latest bloom on June 30)
Lake Herkert (latest bloom on June 27)
Wards Creek (latest bloom on May 15)
Yoho Lake (latest bloom on July 3)
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