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12 - The Oakville Beaver, Friday July 18, 2008 www.oakvillebeaver.com Bronte Beaches still not fit for swimming As the heat wave continues, Coronation Park beaches remain safe for swimming, but Bronte Beach does not. That's according to the latest beach water samples taken on July 15 by the Halton Region Health Department. The local health department tests recreational beach water throughout Halton. Beaches are selected based on use for swimming and other water sports and the tests are done weekly or if conditions change. Based on the July 15 test results the following beaches have acceptable levels of bacteria and are safe for swimming: · Oakville -- Coronation Park East · Oakville -- Coronation Park West · Milton -- Kelso Conservation Area · Burlington -- The Beachway North · Burlington -- The Beachway South The following beaches have high levels of bacteria and are unsafe for swimming: · Oakville -- Bronte Park Beach · Halton Hills -- Prospect Park Old Beach Residents can call Halton Region to find out which beaches have been closed due to poor water quality. Beach quality information is available 24 hours a day by calling 905825-6000 or toll free 1-866-4HALTON (1-866-442-5866). During business hours, ask for beach information, and after business hours press 2 for health information. Information is updated weekly or as conditions change. This information is also posted on Halton Region's website at www.halton.ca. The Regional Municipality of Halton www.halton.ca Don't Be Late NOTICE OF CONSTRUCTION before. Collection Tips REPLACEMENT AND SANITARY SEWER LINING ON DAVIS ROAD, TOWN OF OAKVILLE bulk day. Make Collection Easier Squish it! cartons and Tetra Paks. Flatten it! Tie it! Secure it! Remember, put your waste at the curb by 7 a.m. the morning of your collection day. Monitoring Halton's beach water for a healthier summer To help Halton residents have an active and healthy summer, the Halton Region Health Department tests water quality at recreational beaches in Halton. Beaches are tested from the 311 for government services, 905-825-6000 or toll free 1-866-442-5866. business hours, press "2" for health information. This information is also posted on the Region's website at www.halton.ca/health. Before heading to the beach, call Access Halton for information about the water quality at Halton's beaches. Beach monitoring information is available 24 hours a day by calling either Gary Carr Regional Chair 180708