Information on the general suitability for swimming at popular sites in Canterbury during summer, based on risk of faecal contamination and water testing for faecal indicator bacteria. Swimming water quality grades do not cover toxic algal blooms - current warnings on toxic algae are provided at the links below.
Don’t forget to
- Follow swimming water quality updates on Facebook.
- Always use your common sense when swimming at a river, lake or beach and check the water for hazards before entering.
For information on shellfish food safety, please check: www.foodsmart.govt.nz.
If you want to get in or on the water in Christchurch, you should check here for the latest information about potential contamination risk during further sewerage infrastructure repairs.
River warnings for toxic algae While we have been able to confirm algae are present at sites that may be listed below, people should keep themselves and their pets s ..