Water Testing and Safety
Water is essential to life, but it can also contain potentially hazardous contaminants that can have a negative impact on our health. Regular water testing is essential to ensure that water sources are safe for drinking, swimming, and other activities.
Beach and Recreational Water Testing
The HKPR District Health Unit conducts regular testing of beaches and recreational water within the City of Kawartha Lakes, County of Haliburton and Northumberland County to ensure the water is safe for swimming.
Blue-Green Algae
Blue-green algae occurs naturally and can be found in oceans and many freshwater lakes, bays and inlets, and can be harmful to people and pets. Know the facts to reduce your risk.
Well Water Testing
If you get your water supply from a private well, you need to test the water at least twice a year to be sure it is safe. Drinking water that has harmful bacteria in it can make you sick. Testing for bacteria is free of charge.
Health Protection Division
Chat with someone from our Environmental Health Department for more information.
Email: inspections@lakelandsph.ca
Phone: 1-844-575-4567
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