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Swimming advisories issued for two Timmins lakes

The water is not recommended for swimming, says the health unit
2019-07-30 Porcupine Lake unsafe MH
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Swimming advisories warning about potential high levels of bacteria have been issued for two lakes in Timmins.

The Porcupine Health Unit alerts are for the beaches at Porcupine Lake and Gillies Lake.

According to the health unit, warning signs have been posted at both areas.

"The water is not recommended for swimming. The latest bacterial tests of the water indicated unacceptable levels of bacteria," reads the alert.