Water quality advisory issued for Golden Sands Beach on Lac La Biche Lake

LAC LA BICHE - Due to elevated levels of bacteria, Alberta Health Services (AHS) is advising the public not to swim or wade at Golden Sands Beach on Lac La Biche Lake, effective immediately.

Elevated levels of bacteria were detected via testing of the lake water at this beach location. At current levels, gastrointestinal illness may result from ingestion of the water at Lac La Biche Lake. There is also the possibility of skin, ear and eye infections with water contact.

As always, visitors and residents are reminded to never drink or cook with untreated water directly from any body of water, including Lac La Biche Lake, at any time. Water-borne organisms, including fecal bacteria, can cause vomiting and diarrhea.

This advisory will remain in effect until further notice.