Several beaches are currently not recommended for recreational water use, such as swimming.
Beach advisories are recommended by Island Health where there is indication of elevated bacterial levels in the water or other potential contaminants that increases the risk of illness to the public.
Island Health works with local government and agencies to ensure a warning sign is posted to advise the public when the water may be unsafe. While public beaches are not technically ‘closed’ to public access, it is highly recommended to not enter the water while an advisory is in place.
The following beaches are under this Advisory:
Beaver Lake Cordova Bay Agate Park Beach Cadboro Gyro Park Beach Gonzales Bay Beach Langford Lake Leigh Road Thetis Lake Beach Ross Bay Beach
Find the most up-to-date information on beach advisories on the VIHA website here
