Swimming in five water bodies across St. Petersburg and the Leningrad region is declared safe.
The Federal Service for Supervision of Consumer Rights Protection and Human Wellbeing (Rospotrebnadzor) has recently published an updated list of safe swimming locations in St. Petersburg and the Leningrad region. According to the latest information, the number of safe swimming spots in the region has increased over the past week.
As of the current update, the 1st Suzdalskoe (Upper) Lake in St. Petersburg, Olginsky Pond, and The Nameless Lake have been added to the list of approved beaches and water bodies with acceptable water quality for swimming. In the Leningrad region, Michurinsky Lake, Otradnoye Lake, Petrovskoye Lake, Snetkovskoye Lake, and Ozero have also been confirmed as safe swimming locations.
Rospotrebnadzor specialists conducted a new quality check of water at swimming spots, taking 220 samples. The water was tested for sanitary-chemical, microbiological, and parasitological indicators to ensure the safety of the public.
However, it is important to note that the beaches of St. Petersburg and the Leningrad region still have water bodies that are not currently considered safe for swimming. Rospotrebnadzor has not specified which water bodies on the beaches are unsafe for swimming, nor have they provided an updated number of water samples taken or the results of any new tests on the water quality of the unsafe water bodies.
The Federal Service for Supervision of Consumer Rights Protection and Human Wellbeing has also not provided any advice or precautions for those who choose to swim in the unsafe water bodies. It is recommended to check the official Rospotrebnadzor website or the regional public health department announcements directly for the most current and accurate list of safe swimming sites. Local news outlets and municipal websites also often publish this information during the swimming season.
In conclusion, while the number of safe swimming locations in the region has increased, it is crucial to remain vigilant and ensure that the water body you choose to swim in is safe. Always check the official sources for the latest updates on safe swimming locations in St. Petersburg and the Leningrad region.
Engaging in science and health-and-wellness activities is crucial for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and this includes regularly testing water for fitness-and-exercise activities like swimming. Despite the updated list of safe swimming locations in St. Petersburg and the Leningrad region, not all water bodies in the region are deemed safe for swimming, making it essential to check official sources regularly for real-time updates on safe swimming spots.
