April 20, 2018

No-contact advisory issued for Dogfish Creek in Poulsbo due to sewage spill

Three-day no-contact advisory in effect through Monday, April 23

Affected area: Dogfish Creek in Poulsbo from Highway 305 to Liberty Bay, including all shoreline in Fish Park. 

Advisory: No-contact advisory

During a no-contact advisory, the public is advised to avoid contact with the water in the affected area. This means the District recommends against swimming, wading, or types of water recreation or play where water could be swallowed or get in the mouth, nose or eyes. People should also avoid direct skin contact if possible, and immediately wash with soap and water if they have exposure to the water. Signs have been posted at public access points along the creek. 

Effective Dates: Friday, April 20-

For more information, visit www.kitsappublichealth.org/beaches.

Impacted shoreline/beaches highlighted in yellow below. 

Source of pollution: Sewage leak from a manhole reported by the City of Poulsbo

Spill volume:  Approximately 2,000 gallons

Date of incident:  Friday, April 20, 2018

Contact:  

Mike Lund
City of Poulsbo Public Works
360-779-4078

For more information about this public health advisory issued by the Kitsap Public Health District, please contact:  

Karen McKay Bevers |  Public Information Officer
Kitsap Public Health District
345 6th St., Suite 300  |  Bremerton, WA 98337
(360) 728-2330 Office |  (360) 728-2235 Main
karen.bevers@kitsappublichealth.org  |  kitsappublichealth.org