No-contact advisory issued for Indianola, Port Orchard and Bainbridge - Kitsap Sun

No-contact advisory issued for Indianola, Port Orchard and Bainbridge

No-contact advisory issued for Kitsap swimming beaches

Water quality around Indianola, Pomeroy Park and Pritchard Park is experiencing high levels of bacteria.
Jeff Graham

The Kitsap Public Health District on Friday issued no-contact advisories for the swimming beaches at Indianola, Pomeroy Park in Port Orchard, and Pritchard Park on Bainbridge Island due to high levels of Enterococci bacteria in the water.

KPHD public information officer Tad Sooter said water quality with continue to be monitored and advisories will be lifted when bacteria return to a safer level. Advisory signs will be posted at the beaches.

Due to the increased risk of sickness, community members are advised to avoid all contact with the water at these beaches. This means no swimming, wading, or types of water play where water could be swallowed or make contact with mouth, nose, or eyes. The risk of illness is greatest for young children, older adults, or anyone with a weakened immune system.

KPHD monitors 30 fresh and saltwater swimming areas for bacteria during the summer months. If people or animals become sick after being in the water, or if you see an algae bloom or large numbers of dead fish, report it online or by calling 360-728-2235.