On Wednesday, July 24, 2024, District Health Department #10 (DHD#10) was notified that Wexford County had collected bacterial samples from Lake Cadillac – Kenwood Park in Wexford County. Wexford County reported that two samples showed elevated E. coli levels and will continue to sample until the levels are reduced.

Residents and visitors should be advised of unusually high levels of E. coli bacteria in Lake Cadillac – Kenwood Park in Wexford County. When swimming or conducting other water activities during periods of high bacterial levels, the risk of becoming ill from contamination increases. Children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems are the most at risk. Flu-like symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal cramping, fever, and dehydration can occur from exposure to contaminated water. Upper respiratory illnesses, such as ear, nose, and throat infections, may also occur, in addition to skin infections if an open wound is not properly protected.

Wexford County is continuing to collect samples and results will be reported by DHD#10 when available. DHD#10 urges residents and visitors to avoid water contact at Lake Cadillac – Kenwood Park in Wexford County until the samples indicate the E. coli levels have been reduced.

For up-to-date results, please visit EGLE’s BeachGuard site: https://www.egle.state.mi.us/beach/.