After a recent water quality advisory, residents of Lake Summerside can now breathe a sigh of relief as the advisory has been lifted. The advisory was put in place due to high levels of fecal bacteria found in the lake.
According to the City of Edmonton, the advisory was issued on May 4th after routine water testing showed elevated levels of fecal bacteria. This type of bacteria can cause illness if ingested, making it a serious concern for the safety of residents and visitors to the lake.
The advisory was lifted on May 11th after subsequent water testing showed that the levels of fecal bacteria had returned to safe levels. The City of Edmonton has confirmed that the water is now safe for all recreational activities, including swimming and boating.
The City of Edmonton has also stated that they will continue to monitor the water quality at Lake Summerside and will take necessary actions if any concerns arise in the future. They have also reminded residents to always take precautions when swimming in any body of water, such as avoiding swallowing water and showering after swimming.
This news will surely come as a relief to the residents of Lake Summerside, who have been eagerly waiting for the advisory to be lifted. The City of Edmonton has assured that they are committed to ensuring the safety of all residents and visitors to the lake.
In conclusion, the water quality advisory at Lake Summerside has been lifted after high levels of fecal bacteria were found. The City of Edmonton has taken necessary actions to ensure the safety of all and will continue to monitor the water quality in the future. Residents can now enjoy the lake without any concerns.
