Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Extensive testing of bacteria taken from water samples along Lake St. Clair discovered high concentrations of human DNA.
An extensive test of water samples taken in 2011 at St. Clair Shores Memorial Beach and Metro Beach by Michigan State University discovered bacteria with high levels of human DNA. The findings were presented during a Water Quality Town Hall hosted by State Rep. Anthony Forlini, R-Harrison Township., at MacRay Harbor. "We found some markers that are human specific," said Dr. Joan B. Rose, Michigan State University, who found higher levels at the St. Clair Shores beach. "We've got greater human signatures impacting Memorial Beach more so than Metro Beach." The nine samples were taken over a two-month period during the summer of 2011 and tested the levels of E. coli, the levels of bacteria from warm blooded animals and the levels with human …
Sunday, February 26, 2012
In Michigan, two cases of the illness have been identified and five are suspected, tied to Jimmy John's sandwich shops.
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is warning about cases of E. coli tied to raw clover sprouts, including two confirmed cases in Michigan. According to the CDC's website, a total of 14 people have been sickened across the country, and the "likely cause" of the outbreak has been traced back to eating the sprouts at Jimmy John's restaurants. The Oakland Press reports that state health officials suspect five additional cases of E. coli in Michigan, three of which are in Oakland County. Illnesses have also been reported in Kent, Macomb, Washtenaw and Wayne counties, and people became ill between Feb. 6 and Feb. 12, according to the report. A Kirksville, MO Jimmy John's franchise owner told KirksvilleDailyExpress.com that sprouts have been…
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
One Macomb County beach closed to swimming due to high E. coli levels.
The Macomb County Health Department tests the water at six public beaches twice a week for E. coli bacteria. This bacteria lives in the digestive system of humans and warm-blooded animals. If the levels of E. coli are unsafe (in excess of 300 E. coli colonies per 100 milliliters of water) swimmers could contract minor illnesses, including sore throats or diarrhea. The following beaches are closed because of high E. coli levels: While the beaches are closed, the remainder of the park facilities remain open. For a list of area beaches, check out our Macomb County beach guide.
Saturday, July 9, 2011
Two Macomb County beaches remain closed to swimming due to high E. coli levels
The Macomb County Health Department tests the water at six public beaches twice a week for E. coli bacteria. This bacteria lives in the digestive system of humans and warm-blooded animals. If the levels of E. coli are unsafe (in excess of 300 E. coli colonies per 100 milliliters of water) swimmers could contract minor illnesses, including sore throats or diarrhea. The following beaches are closed because of high E. coli levels: While the beaches are closed, the remainder of the park facilities remain open. For a list of area beaches, check out ourMacomb County beach guide.
Friday, July 1, 2011
Two Macomb County beaches remain closed to swimming due to high E. coli levels.
The Macomb County Health Department tests the water at six public beaches twice a week for E. coli bacteria. This bacteria lives in the digestive system of humans and warm-blooded animals. If the levels of E. coli are unsafe (in excess of 300 E. coli colonies per 100 milliliters of water) swimmers could contract minor illnesses, including sore throats or diarrhea. The following beaches are closed because of high E. coli levels: While the beaches are closed, the remainder of the park facilities remain open. For a list of area beaches, check out ourMacomb County beach guide.
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Three Macomb County beaches remain closed to swimming due to high E. coli levels.
The Macomb County Health Department tests the water at six public beaches twice a week for E. coli bacteria. This bacteria lives in the digestive system of humans and warm-blooded animals. If the levels of E. coli are unsafe (in excess of 300 E. coli colonies per 100 milliliters of water) swimmers could contract minor illnesses, including sore throats or diarrhea. The following beaches are closed because of high E. coli levels: While the beaches are closed, the remainder of the park facilities remain open. For a list of area beaches, check out our Macomb County beach guide.
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
High E. coli levels have closed three beaches for swimming in Macomb County.
The Macomb County Health Department tests the water at six public beaches twice a week for E. coli bacteria. This bacteria lives in the digestive system of humans and warm-blooded animals. If the levels of E. coli are unsafe (in excess of 300 E. coli colonies per 100 milliliters of water) swimmers could contract minor illnesses, including sore throats or diarrhea. While the beaches are closed, the remainder of the park facilities remain open.
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Three Macomb County beaches remain closed to swimming due to high E. coli levels.
The Macomb County Health Department tests the water at six public beaches twice a week for E. coli bacteria. This bacteria lives in the digestive system of humans and warm-blooded animals. If the levels of E. coli are unsafe (in excess of 300 E. coli colonies per 100 milliliters of water) swimmers could contract minor illnesses, including sore throats or diarrhea. The following beaches are closed because of high E. coli levels: While the beaches are closed, the remainder of the park facilities remain open.
Friday, May 27, 2011
High E. coli levels have closed three beaches for swimming in Macomb County.
The Macomb County Health Department tests the water at six public beaches twice a week for E. coli bacteria. This bacteria lives in the digestive system of humans and warm-blooded animals. If the levels of E. coli are unsafe (in excess of 300 E. coli colonies per 100 milliliters of water) swimmers could contract minor illnesses, including sore throats or diarrhea. While the beaches are closed, the remainder of the park facilities remain open.
Dorothy Bade
4:57 pm on Thursday, September 6, 2012
Remember: Dogs are NOT allowed in the Walter & Mary Burke Park in New Baltimore because - one might poop on the grounds and no one will clean it up - BUT seagulls / geese and the likes poop on the walkways and beaches and it is OK. EColi comes in many forms. I know that N.B. Waste Water does and excellent job of monitoring and following the rules - but those darn, ducks, geese and seagulls could … more ›