Westchester Insider: Westchester County Parks: BEACHES REMAIN CLOSED DUE TO HARMFUL ALGAE BLOOM.

 

LAKE PURDY BEACH TO REOPEN; LINCOLNDALE AND MOHEGAN LAKE BEACHES.

REMAIN CLOSED DUE TO HARMFUL ALGAE BLOOM.

 

 

(White Plains, NY) – The Westchester County Health Department has determined that Lake Purdy’s POA Beach in Lake Purdy can reopen for swimming, as there has been no Harmful Algae Bloom (HAB) in the swimming area for at least one day. The bloom has not returned since the water sample was taken on Wednesday, July 16.

 

The following beaches must remain closed until further notice as Harmful Algae Blooms were observed in the bathing areas on several occasions this week. The bathing area of the beaches will continue to be monitored. Beach re-opening samples can only be collected after the bathing area is free of the harmful algae bloom for 24 hours. Following this, water samples will be taken and submitted for analysis.

The following beaches remain closed to protect the public from contact with a HAB in the swim areas:

Lake Lincolndale Beach, Lake Lincolndale

Mohegan Colony Association, Mohegan Lake

Mohegan Beach Park District, Mohegan Lake

These are the only County regulated beaches on Mohegan Lake.

 

Westchester County Health Commissioner Dr. Sherlita Amler said: “These beach closures are a precaution to ensure the safety and health of the public. Harmful Algae Blooms are more prevalent during hot days when water temperatures rise, leading to increased bacteriological growth rates.”

Residents and visitors are encouraged to visit the Westchester County Health Department website for the latest updates on beach closures and reopening schedules. The County remains committed to maintaining high standards of environmental health and safety across its recreational facilities.