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No swimming allowed at Transfer Beach due to high bacteria levels

Hussam Elghussein
By Hussam Elghussein

Residents are urged to not swim at Transfer Beach because of bacteria in the water.

On Friday, the Town of Ladysmith issued a beach advisory, saying Island Health has found high levels of bacteria in the beach after doing routine water testing.

Because these levels can pose a health risk, water activities like swimming are no longer safe.

Town Communications & Engagement Specialist Nicholas Pescod says they understand this closure comes at a time when people want to cool off from the heat.

“However, out of an abundance of caution and in the interest of public safety, we are advising residents and visitors to avoid swimming or coming into contact with the water at Transfer Beach,” said Pescod.

Both the Town and Island are monitoring the situation, with updates to come as soon as possible.

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