A message from SwimSafe’s Regional Manager

Good afternoon,

I want to let you know that we have been closely following the recent outbreak of cryptosporidium that has impacted other local pools . We have been in contact with the local health departments for guidance. Health departments in the recent past have preemptively shut down all pools and required super-chlorination for previous recreational water illness outbreaks. They are currently advising that this will be an unlikely measure.

Nevertheless, we have secured additional supplies (ie: calcium hypochlorite, sodium thiosulfate, tc.) so we can respond quickly if there does happen to be a confirmed case of Crypto at one of our pools. It is important to note that Crypto cannot be prevented, or treated, while maintaining good standing with health code guidelines. It can only be eliminated by super-chlorinating your pool, which relies on chlorine levels more than 4x higher than what health code allows (and would require temporary facility closure). Pool users are recommended and reminded to practice good hygiene before entering the water and to stay out of pools for two weeks if they experience any symptoms.

https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2024/08/16/northern-kentucky-health-department-confirms-cryptosporidiosis-outbreak/74834207007/