LAKE LEELANAU — The Benzie-Leelanau District Health Department has issued a public health advisory after an equipment failure during routine maintenance caused raw sewage to be released into Lake Leelanau at the Lake Leelanau DNR Boat Ramp East on East Bingham Road.

Cleanup crews are working to contain and minimize the spill. The health department is advising residents and visitors to avoid direct contact with surface water in the area until further notice.

Exposure to untreated sewage can cause gastrointestinal illness and infections from pathogenic bacteria and viruses. Water sampling will be conducted to determine contamination levels, and the advisory will remain in place until testing confirms the water meets safety standards.

“We are working closely with our local and state partne

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