Public Health Advisory Lifted for Bluebell Beach
JUNE 26 UPDATE-Public Health Advisory Lifted for Bluebell BeachThe Genesee County Health Department (GCHD) has lifted the advisory for total body contact (such as swimming) at Bluebell Beach. Following the most recent round of water sampling, E. coli levels have fallen below the level, at which, the water would be considered unsafe for swimming.
JUNE 26 UPDATE-Public Health Advisory Lifted for Bluebell BeachThe Genesee County Health Department (GCHD) has lifted the advisory for total body contact (such as swimming) at Bluebell Beach. Following the most recent round of water sampling, E. coli levels have fallen below the level, at which, the water would be considered unsafe for swimming.
At the time of this media release, all monitored public beaches in Genesee County meet State of Michigan
guidelines for safe bacterial levels.
guidelines for safe bacterial levels.
Exposure to recreational water can pose health risks, including gastrointestinal and skin-related illnesses. E.
coli levels often rise following rain events due to runoff, which can introduce contaminants into lakes and other surface waters. As a precaution, residents are encouraged to use caution when entering surface water after rainfall, even at sites that are not under advisory.
coli levels often rise following rain events due to runoff, which can introduce contaminants into lakes and other surface waters. As a precaution, residents are encouraged to use caution when entering surface water after rainfall, even at sites that are not under advisory.
GCHD follows bacterial monitoring rules established under the authority of Section 12544 of Act 368 of the
Public Acts of 1978, as amended (MCL §333.12544). These rules are found here:
https://www.michigan.gov/egle/about/organization/water-resources/beaches/about-beach-monitoring
Public Acts of 1978, as amended (MCL §333.12544). These rules are found here:
https://www.michigan.gov/egle/about/organization/water-resources/beaches/about-beach-monitoring
Beach operators in Genesee County may request water testing services through the GCHD Environmental
Health Division. For more information, please contact the GCHD Environmental
Health Division office at (810) 257-3603 or visit the website:
www.geneseecountymi.gov/departments/health_department/programs/eh
Health Division. For more information, please contact the GCHD Environmental
Health Division office at (810) 257-3603 or visit the website:
www.geneseecountymi.gov/departments/health_department/programs/eh
GCHD provides services on behalf of the Genesee County Board of Commissioners. GCHD is committed to
enhancing community well-being in Genesee County by preventing disease, promoting health, and protecting
against environmental hazards. Its mission focuses on creating a healthier, safer environment for all
residents.
enhancing community well-being in Genesee County by preventing disease, promoting health, and protecting
against environmental hazards. Its mission focuses on creating a healthier, safer environment for all
residents.
PREVIOUS/JUNE 24 ADVISORY-The Genesee County Health Department (GCHD) is advising the public to avoid total body contact (such as swimming) at Bluebell Beach due to elevated levels of E. coli bacteria detected during routine monitoring.
All other monitored public beaches in Genesee County currently meet State of Michigan guidelines for safe
bacterial levels.
Exposure to recreational water can pose health risks, including gastrointestinal and skin–related illnesses. E.
coli levels often rise following rain events due to runoff, which can introduce contaminants into lakes and other surface waters. As a precaution, residents are encouraged to use caution when entering surface water after rainfall, even at sites that are not under advisory.
GCHD follows bacterial monitoring rules established under the authority of Section 12544 of Act 368 of the
Public Acts of 1978, as amended (MCL §333.12544). These rules are found here:
Beach operators in Genesee County may request water testing services through the GCHD Environmental
Health Division. For more information, please contact the GCHD office at (810) 257–3603 or visit the website:
GCHD provides services on behalf of the Genesee County Board of Commissioners. GCHD aims to be committed to enhancing community well–being in Genesee County by preventing disease, promoting health and protecting against environmental hazards.
