Pool closure Thur., 822 Sat., 824 due to fecal incident City of Leavenworth

The City of Leavenworth has announced a closure of its public pool from August 22 to August 24, 2024, in response to a fecal incident that occurred recently. This closure affects all swim lessons and programs, which have been canceled to ensure the health and safety of all patrons. The city emphasizes that this necessary step allows sufficient time for chemical treatments to effectively disinfect the pool and mitigate any health risks associated with Recreational Water Illnesses (RWIs). Residents are encouraged to understand the situation as the city works diligently to uphold public safety standards. For any inquiries, the pool can be contacted at (509) 548-4142 or via email at pool@cityofleavenworth.

com. The announcement reflects the city's commitment to maintaining a safe recreational environment for its community. As the pool reopens, residents can look forward to returning to their regular swimming activities. The city thanks the community for its cooperation during this necessary closure.