Stratford pool closed for a second day following water ‘fouling’

Stratford Lions Pool is seen in this undated image. (Courtesy: Facebook/City of Stratford)

The Stratford Lions Pool won’t reopen on Wednesday.

It was shut down on Tuesday for what the city called a “fouling.”

“Yes, ‘fouling’ is a fancy way of saying that somebody pooped in the pool,” they wrote in a social media post. “So, why don’t we just scoop it out and reopen the pool right away?”

The city said they need to follow provincial guidelines, which dictate how they have to treat the water following these kinds of incidents.

“We’re also working with Huron Perth Public Health to ensure the pool is properly disinfected and safe for swimmers,” they wrote. “In short, the process takes time, and we want to get it right.”

The city did not say when the Stratford Lions Pool could reopen, only that it would happen as soon as possible.

“We would like to take this opportunity to remind parents and caregivers of the importance of swim diapers for young children,” the post continued. “And please use your best judgement on visiting the pool if you or your child are experiencing gastrointestinal issues.”

Swimmers looking for a place to cool off can stop by the Anne Hathaway Park Splash Pad or the Stratford Rotary Complex.