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Blue-green algae found in water samples tested from eastern shore of Lake Scugog

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region Health Department has issued a Blue-Green Algae Advisory for the eastern shore of Lake Scugog near William’s Point Rd in Caesarea, following test results from a water sample collected on July 9 by the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks. The water sample confirmed the presence of blue-green algae in the area.

During summer months, changing weather conditions can lead to increased occurrences of blue-green algae in Lake Scugog and other...

Lane restrictions on Taunton Road in Clarington

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is advising residents of upcoming lane restrictions on Taunton Road (Regional Road 4) in the Municipality of Clarington.

When: Week of July 28 to December. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.

Where: Lane restrictions will be in place on Taunton Road, from east of Townline Road to west of Enfield Road (Regional Road 34), in Clarington.

Why: Lane restrictions will be in place for road reconstruction.

Note: The Region realizes that the work may be...

Beware of water treatment sales tactics in the Durham and South Oshawa area

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham reminds residents that the Region does not sell or endorse water filters or water treatment equipment, after being contacted by residents inquiring about door-to-door salespersons who want to test the water or install water filtering systems. In the past, residents have also received phone calls from salespersons who want access to their home to test the water or inspect the water service.

The Region of Durham supplies safe drinking water and is currently...

Mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus disease in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region Health Department has received notification that adult mosquitoes in Clarington have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNv) disease. This is the first batch of mosquito in Durham Region to test positive for WNv disease this season.

The positive batch of mosquitoes was collected from one of the Health Department’s mosquito trap sites located in Clarington. Every week between June and September, the Health Department sets mosquito traps across the region and...

Lane restrictions on Baldwin Street South in Whitby

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is advising residents of upcoming lane restrictions on Baldwin Street South (Regional Highway 12) in the Town of Whitby.

When: July 7 to August 20. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.

Where: Baldwin Street South, from north of Taunton Road East (Regional Road 4) to south of Garden Street in Whitby.

Why: To complete road resurfacing.  

Note: The Region realizes that the work may be disruptive and will make every effort to complete the work as...