Water samples show bacteria have returned to safer levels. 



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advisory lifted [ [link removed] ]
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6/13/2025

*KITSAP COUNTY, WA*

Advisory lifted for Island Lake County Park swimming beach

"*Water samples show bacteria have returned to safer levels. *"

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Kitsap Public Health District lifted a no-contact advisory on June 13 for the Island Lake County Park swimming beach.

The advisory was issued June 11 [ [link removed] ] due to high bacteria levels in the water. Water samples show bacteria have returned to safer levels. 

Beachgoers are encouraged to sign up to receive swimming beach advisories [ [link removed] ] via email or text, and follow Kitsap Public Health District on Facebook [ [link removed] ] and X [ [link removed] ] for updates.

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Swimming beach monitoring

We monitor popular swimming areas for bacteria during the summer months. We also check for toxic cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) and other safety concerns. If people or animals become sick after being in the water, or if you see an algae bloom or large numbers of dead fish, please report it online [ [link removed] ] or by calling *360-728-2235*. We will investigate and take action if necessary.

High levels of bacteria can be caused by wildlife and pets in the water, people swimming when they are sick with diarrhea, crowded swimming areas, infants swimming without swim diapers, or people entering the water without showering. 

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Resources

* Water Advisories [ [link removed] ] | Kitsap Public Health
* Swimming Beach Monitoring [ [link removed] ] | Kitsap Public Health
* Sign up for email and text alerts [ [link removed] ] | Kitsap Public Health
* Recreational Water Illness [ [link removed] ] | WA Dept. of Health

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*Tad Sooter *| * Public Information Officer
*Kitsap Public Health District
Office: 360-728-2330 |  Main: 360-728-2235
[email protected]  |  kitsappublichealth.org [ [link removed] ]

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