SWIM ADVISORY IN EFFECT
News and updates
June 30, 2022
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 6/28/2022 indicate that the bacteria levels were above the recommended limits for recreation use at the FOLLOWING listed locations:
CATTARAUGUS TERRITORY
Pinewoods Beach
Newtown Beach
ALLEGANY TERRITORY
High Banks
**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.
