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Swim Advisory Issued for Southampton Beach Due to High Bacterial Levels

Grey Bruce Public Health has posted a swim advisory for Southampton Beach after testing found bacterial levels above provincial safety standards. Residents and visitors are urged to avoid swimming.

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Miranda Miller
Aug 14, 2025
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Grey Bruce Public Health (GBPH), in consultation with the Town of Saugeen Shores, has issued a swim advisory for Southampton Beach after routine testing detected bacterial levels exceeding Ontario Ministry of Health standards.

The advisory, posted Wednesday, August 13, will remain in place until follow-up testing confirms…

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