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Freshwater Safety
The following
precautions are advised to decrease the
possibility of infection and injury when enjoying Lake
County's freshwater recreational amenities:
No Diving
Diving into shallow water can result in permanent injury or death.
Wear nose clips or hold your nose when swimming, jumping or diving
in any fresh water
Closed nostrils reduce your risk of infection by amoeba, which is
a rare but life threatening condition.
Do not swim in standing water, such as ponds, storm water retention
areas or in areas posted "No Swimming" Bacteria and
other harmful organisms thrive in warm, standing water. Seek prompt
medical attention if you become ill after swimming in freshwater.
Do not feed or have contact with wildlife
Natural areas are home to many animals including snakes, raccoons,
otters and alligators. Keep your distance.
Protect others
Discarded glass and trash can cause injury to bathers and wildlife,
don't litter. Always swim with a partner and never leave children
unsupervised.
Be water safe
Do not go into the water unless you know how to swim. Never swim
if you are impaired, and never enter the water during or when expecting
a storm.
For more information about
freshwater safety:
Lake County Health Department
Division of Environmental Health
(352) 253-6130
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