Health advisories issued for four Shrewsbury bodies of water

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The Board of Health has issued health advisories for four bodies of water, including Jordan Pond. (Photo/Caroline Gordon)

The Board of Health has issued health advisories for four bodies of water, including Jordan Pond. (Photo/Caroline Gordon)

SHREWSBURY – The Shrewsbury Board of Health issued public health advisories for Gauch Park Pond, Oak Island Boat Ramp at Flint Pond, Jordan Pond and Newton Pond on Aug. 10.

Routine water testing revealed high levels of E. coli in the water. 

The advisory notes that while high E. coli levels are not uncommon after heavy rainfall, they nonetheless “encourage individuals and their pets to avoid contact at the… mentioned bodies of water, including fishing, until further notice.”

Residents with questions should call the Shrewsbury Health Department at 508-841-8384.

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