Information on the general suitability for swimming at popular sites in Canterbury during summer, based on risk of faecal contamination and water testing for faecal indicator bacteria. Swimming water quality grades do not cover toxic algal blooms - current warnings on toxic algae are provided at the links below.
Always use your common sense when swimming at a river, lake or beach and check the water for hazards before entering.
For information on shellfish food safety please check:
www.cpublichealth.co.nz.