Three beaches closed to swimming due to water quality

There are fewer options for people who are looking for a place to cool off from the summer heat.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) issued recreational water quality advisory on Wednesday for Oakfield Park beach in Oakfield, Penhorn beach in Dartmouth and Sandy Lake beach in Bedford until further notice due to high bacteria levels in the water.

High bacteria levels can be caused by a number of factors, including dogs, birds, wildlife and impacts from climate change, such as high temperatures, lower water levels and recent heavy rainfall.

For more information is available on municipal beaches and outdoor pools on HRM’s website.