Lake Echo. (SOURCE: Halifax Regional Municipality)
High bacteria levels in the water have forced the closure of Lake Echo Beach.
The municipality has issued a release advising residents the beach is closed to swimming until further notice.
Recent test results indicate bacteria levels exceed Health Canada swimming guidelines.
High bacteria levels can be caused by many factors, including dogs, birds, wildlife, and high temperatures.
Staff will continue testing the water until bacteria levels return to safe levels.
The municipality will let us know when the beach reopens.
