Big Bay Beach temporarily closed due to high levels of E. coli

VILLAGE OF WHITEFISH BAY, Wis. (CBS 58) -- Big Bay Beach in Whitefish Bay is closed after water tests shows a high level of E. coli.

Tests show a level of 1,299.7, exceeding the normal threshold of 1,000. 

The North Shore Health Department retested Friday, May 28, and will be updating once the results are in. 

Just a warning, E. coli can make you sick and high levels can also be a sign of other bacteria or viruses in the water. 

The surrounding beaches in Whitefish Bay, Shorewood and Milwaukee are open right now. 

To check up to date with the latest beach advisories, click the link here.