Birch Cove Beach closed to swimming due to high bacteria levels

The Halifax Regional Municipality has closed the Birch Cove Beach citing a high bacteria level in the water.

Recent tests carried out by the city’s beach supervisors found that the quantity was higher than Health Canada’s guidelines.

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According to the city, weather conditions and the number of waterfowl can contribute to the bacteria levels.

Staff will continue to test the water but the beach will remain closed until further notice.