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News & Advisories

Jun 17, 2024
Shellfish harvesting closed on east shoreline of Bainbridge Island
Tests show high levels of marine biotoxin paralytic shellfish poison (PSP)

Jun 13, 2024
Coming in 2025: New food inspection signs
Next year, food service establishments in Kitsap County will be required to post new inspection signs.

Jun 2, 2024
No-contact advisory issued for Kitsap Lake due to sewage spill
A no-contact advisory is in effect through June 9.

May 22, 2024
Kitsap Public Health will begin collecting water samples along Colvos Passage this week
Kitsap Public Health District’s environmental health team will collect freshwater samples along the shoreline

May 20, 2024
We monitor swimming beaches and lakes to help keep your family healthy all summer long
We're all for getting outdoors, but it's important to be aware of potential health risks when you head out to your favorite swimming beach

May 16, 2024
What are those colorful patches in Puget Sound?
This time of year, orange, brown, or green patches can often be seen in Puget Sound.

May 1, 2024
Don't let shellfish make you sick: Use caution when harvesting during warm-weather months
The risk of getting sick from shellfish increases as the weather warms up.


Sep 28, 2023
Warning issued for Kitsap Lake due to potentially toxic cyanobacteria
Public advised to avoid all contact with Kitsap Lake due to health risks for people and animals.

Jun 15, 2023
With 'above normal' fire activity expected in Washington, now is the time to prepare for a smoky summer
Dry weather in the Pacific Northwest could set the stage for a long and intense summer wildfire season, according to the Washington State...

Jun 1, 2023
Three Salmonella cases in Kitsap County are part of a nationwide outbreak linked to backyard poultry
Always wash your hands after interacting with poultry or their surroundings.

May 18, 2023
Cyanobacteria warning lifted for Kitsap Lake
The Kitsap Public Health District has lifted the cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) warning for Kitsap Lake.

Apr 25, 2023
Warning issued for Kitsap Lake due to potentially toxic cyanobacteria
Public advised to avoid all contact with lake due to health risks for people and animals.

Apr 3, 2023
We monitor water quality in 69 Kitsap County streams to prevent pollution and protect public health
Nearly 300,000 of us live, work, recreate, and flush toilets within a few miles of streams, lakes, and Puget Sound.

Mar 1, 2023
Help keep your community safe by reporting public health concerns
Kitsap Public Health responds to complaints regarding restaurants and other food establishments, sewage/septic issues, garbage and waste,...

Feb 12, 2023
No-contact advisory issued for Kitsap Lake due to sewage spill
No-contact advisory in effect through Feb. 18. Affected area: Kitsap Lake Warning signs will be posted at public access points....
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