SWIM ADVISORY IN EFFECT
News and updates
August 22, 2022
Samples collected 8/16/2022
**SWIM ADVISORY IN EFFECT**
Beach water samples are routinely collected at known recreation locations (beaches) of the Allegany, Cattaraugus and Oil Spring Territories. The beach water samples are analyzed for bacteria that may pose a threat to human health.
Results from the samples collected this week on 8/16/2022 indicate that the bacteria levels were above the recommended limits for recreation use at the FOLLOWING listed locations:
**Please note that bacterial levels may higher than normal due to recent storm event.**
CATTARAUGUS TERRITORY
Pinewoods Beach
Newtown Beach
ALLEGANY TERRITORY
High Banks
Bear Claw
Indian Park
**It is recommended that you do not ingest or submerge yourself in these listed waters at this time.**
Additional Information:
Activities such as swimming (submersion) should be avoided in all environmental waters (creeks, streams, beaches) for 72 hours following storm event.
Elevated bacteria levels can persist after a rainstorm depending upon the intensity of the storm, volume of runoff and current water conditions.
Contact EPD at (716) 532-2546 if you have any questions or concerns.
