CHICAGO — After heavy rain and storms across the area Saturday, the Chicago Park District has issued a swim ban Sunday at all beaches.
Due to heavy rain, the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District opened locks at Wilmette and the Chicago River, the Chicago Park District said in a statement.
When this happens, a swim ban goes into effect at all beaches until test results show low levels of bacteria.
Beaches are still open for use, even though swimming is banned.
#chiswimreport 7/24/16: There is a swim ban at all beaches. Due to heavy rains, @MWRDGC opened the lock at Wilmette & Chicago River.
— Chicago ParkDistrict (@ChicagoParks) July 24, 2016
#chiswimreport 7/24/16 (continued): When this occurs, a swim ban is in effect at all beaches until test results show low levels of bacteria.
— Chicago ParkDistrict (@ChicagoParks) July 24, 2016
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