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
increase risk of swimming associated illness (gastrointestinal illness
and ear nose and throat infections).
On Wednesday, June
26, MCDH posted all beaches with a HEAVY RAIN ADVISORY sign. Weather
permitting, these beaches will be retested Thursday, June 27, with results
posted Friday, June 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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