Due to recent and anticipated heavy rains, all McHenry County public beaches are on a heavy rain advisory.
The potential for high bacteria (E coli) counts increases with periods of high precipitation. McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) recommends refraining from swimming at least 2-3 days after a heavy rainfall event due to the potential increased risk of swimming associated illness (gastrointestinal illness and ear nose and throat infections).
On Tuesday, July 26, MCDH posted all beaches with a HEAVY RAIN ADVISORY sign, however, some beaches are currently closed and several are on advisory due to high bacteria counts. These beaches are being retested today, Wednesday, July 27, with results posted Thursday, July 28 on the MCDH webpage www.mcdh.info.
Water sampling results are also reported to the appropriate beach authorities. For more information, contact MCDH’s Environmental Health Division at 815-334-4585.
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