06/23/2026
🟡 SWIM ADVISORY ISSUED FOR LONG BEACH 🟡
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has issued a Swim Advisory for the following Long Beach beach locations based on elevated E. coli bacteria levels from water samples collected:
• Stop 14 – 365 CFU/100mL
• Stop 20 – 387 CFU/100mL
• Stop 24 – 261 CFU/100mL
Swimming is discouraged, especially for children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals. Pets should avoid water. Health risks include GI illness, respiratory issues, and skin/eye infections.
Water quality can change rapidly due to rainfall, stormwater runoff, wildlife activity, and other environmental factors. The Town will continue to monitor conditions and will post updates as additional test results become available.
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Stay informed about beach water testing results, swim advisories, and current Lake Michigan beach conditions in the Town of Long Beach. This page provides updated water quality information, advisory notices, testing explanations, and beach safety guidance during the recreational season. Water testin...