Swimmer's Itch reported at Ward Lake, Clear Lake in Thurston County

Swimmer's Itch reported at Ward Lake, Clear Lake in Thurston County

Thurston County Public Health and Social Services (TCPHSS) is advising members of the community that the parasite that causes swimmer’s itch appears to be present in both Clear Lake and Ward Lake. Reports were received from individuals who swam at Clear Lake and Ward Lake who have swimmer’s itch, according to a news release from TCPHSS. Additionally, swimmers at any freshwater lake need to be aware that the parasite might be present and there ar…