Espanola's Clear Lake Beach Closed

By Stew Kernan

The Sudbury and District Health Unit has closed Clear Lake Beach in Espanola.

The closure order was issued because of a large mass of Eurasian milfoil.

Usually the presence of milfoil is not considered a health hazard, but there is heavy accumulation and sufficient quantity located in an area that may directly affect the health and safety of the swimmers.

The dense plant life could cause a swimmer to get tangled and prevent the ability to see someone in distress.

The closure order will remain in effect until such time the level of risk is considered acceptable so swimming can resume.