NEWAYGO COUNTY, Mich. — Health officials are warning the community to steer clear of Fremont Lake in Newaygo County due to petroleum runoff from a recent fire.

The announcement was made on Friday by the District Health Department #10 (DHD #10) and the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE).

Residents should avoid skin contact with the surface water of the lake.

The petroleum sheen has been seen along the shore from the Lakeview Resort south, down to Chamberlain Avenue.

“EGLE has begun the remediation process from petroleum runoff into Fremont Lake,” said DHD#10 Environmental Health Director, Max Bjorkman. “Due to the nature of the contamination and the quick response and remediation process, the public health impact is expected to be minimal.”

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