Thursday July 11, 2024
KYMA —
E-Coli bacteria levels are rising in rivers in Sacramento county, but officials say it is still okay to swim.
Every week, the Sacramento and American Rivers are put to the test, testing for E-Coli bacteria levels, which are going up.
“That is concerning that it’s elevated,” said Allison Reed, a jet skier.
The testers work under the State Water Resources Control Board and keep track of the E-Coli bacteria levels for the county.
“There is E-Coli out there that we are monitoring it, and for everyone to stay safe while they are out on our rivers,” said Elizabeth Zelidon with Sacramento County Public Health.