As of Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 3:30PM, the following water quality alerts have been issued:
- A new Pet Advisory will be posted at Shubael Pond, Marstons Mills due to significant cyanobacteria levels in water samples.
- A Pet Advisory remains in place at Schoolhouse Pond, Hyannis due to significant scums and cyanobacteria levels in water samples.
- A Pet Advisory remains in place for Parker Pond, Osterville due to evidence of scum in water samples.
- A Public Health Advisory remains in place for Lake Wequaquet, Centerville.
Current postings as of Tuesday, September 17, 2024:
Public Health Advisory
Lake Wequaquet, Centerville
Pet Advisory
Parker Pond, Osterville
Schoolhouse Pond, Hyannis
Shubael Pond, Marstons Mills
If you are interested in receiving more information about Cyanobacteria and locations monitored, you may view the Association to Preserve Cape Cod (APCC) 2024 Cyanobacteria Monitoring Map at https://apcc.org/our-work/science/community-science/cyanobacteria/
Thomas A. McKean, RS, CHO
Director of Public Health
TOWN OF BARNSTABLE
