(WWJ) A piping hot weekend on the way means many Michiganders will be headed to the beach.
But you'll want to steer clear of these 10 sandy spots — including several in metro Detroit — which are closed after testing found unacceptably high levels of e. coli bacteria.
The following closures were announced by EGLE, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes & Energy (**updated Friday morning):
Handsome Lake - Crossroads For Youth - Oakland County
Wixom Lake - Wixom Waters - Midland County
Pontiac Lake - Pontiac Recreation Area - Oakland County
Crooked Lake - Independence Oaks County Park - Oakland County
Lake Callis - Lake Callis - Genesee County
Lake Isabella - Essex Rd - Isabella County
Lake St. Clair - St. Clair Shores Memorial Park Beach - Macomb County
Kent Lake - Kensington - Maple beach - Oakland County
Rowe Lake - Jacksina Subdivision - Oakland County
Crystal Lake - Beulah Beach - Benzie County
Storm water runoff is typically the reason for bacteria-related beach closures, although droppings left by geese and other wildlife has also been noted as a source.
All of these closures are effective immediately and remain in effect until follow-up tests show bacteria levels are safe.
While the beaches are closed to swimming, other forms of recreation that do not involve body contact with the water, such as fishing, are allowed where usually permitted.
Check which Michigan beaches are open and which are closed anytime at this link.
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