Swimming banned in all water bodies of Yekaterinburg
In a citywide ban, all municipal swimming areas have been closed in Sverdlovsk region, as reported by our site's journalist following a city hall briefing. Affected water bodies include:
- Lake Shartash
- Verkh-Isetskoje and Nižne-Isetskoje reservoirs
- Maloistokskoiye pond
- Lake Shuvalish
- Sparteg pond
- Patrushevskiiye and Elizavetinskie ponds
- Lake Ogorodnoe
- Lake Utyatskoe
- the waters near the Ramada hotel
Ninety-two signs prohibiting swimming have been installed adjacent to these locations.
Residents can still enjoy leisure time at beaches located on Verkhne-Sysertskoe and Lennovskoe reservoirs, Verkh-Neievinskoe and Bilimbaevskoe ponds, the Serga river, and the “Granatovaya Buchta” sanatorium near Sыserť and the “Kemping” company beach. The Department of Information Policy in the region confirmed these details.
Our journalist reached out to the press service for clarification regarding the exact boundaries of authorized zones. As soon as we receive a response, we will publish a map of beaches in Sverdlovsk region where swimming is allowed.
Concerns surrounding local water bodies persist, with microorganisms, chemicals, or parasites detected over the past four years by Rosprotekhnadzor and the Ministry of Emergency Situations in all 95 water bodies within the region. In 2020, a case of herpes was detected in an entire family who had swum in Lake Shartash.
Since May this year, 18 people have drowned in other water bodies, including a 14-year-old schoolboy who was swept away by the current in the Verkhnetagilsky pond's water canal.
For those seeking alternative swimming options, nearby hotels, private clubs, and gyms may offer pool access. Additionally, the status and safety of natural bodies of water like lakes or rivers can be confirmed beforehand, as long as there are no specific closures issued. It is recommended to check with local authorities or consult local listings for the most current information.
- Despite the citywide ban on swimming in various water bodies across the Sverdlovsk region, residents can still visit health-and-wellness centers or hotels to enjoy indoor pools.
- In light of concerns about water safety in the region's lakes and reservoirs, it is advisable to confirm the status of natural bodies of water before visiting, or to check with local authorities for the most recent news on swimming regulations.
