Swim advisory issued at Barrie beach

Minet's Point swim advisory A sewage spill has forced the closure of Minet's Point Beach swimming for the time being.

Swimmers in Barrie are being warned to exercise caution in the coming days around one of the City's popular beaches.

A swim advisory has been issued for Minet's Point Beach. According to the City, the notice is precautionary. A spokesperson says a contractor doing construction work along Bayview Drive hit a sewer line, causing a spill.

While staff responded immediately to begin cleanup efforts, the health unit has advised the implementation of a swim advisory until test results from ongoing sampling are determined.

Signs have been put in place advising the public. They will be removed once the advisory is lifted.