Napa County Health Advisory Prompted By Potential Sewage Discharge

NAPA COUNTY, CA — Napa County Public Health issued a health advisory Tuesday for two tributaries east of Silverado Trail in North Napa County in response to a potential sewage discharge reported to county officials Tuesday morning.

The health advisory is for Bell Creek downstream from the 600 block of Crystal Springs Road and for Canyon Creek downstream of the convergence of Canyon Creek and Bell Creek.

"The public is advised to avoid contact with the water in the affected area," county officials said. "Napa County Department of Planning, Building and Environmental is coordinating with our partnering agencies and impacted property owners to resolve the sewage leak off Sanitarium Road."

No public water sources are affected by the advisory, including Bell Canyon Reservoir, the county said.

"Should you or your pets come in contact with an impacted creek or river water, wash any affected area thoroughly with soap and water and monitor for signs of illness," the county said.

The public will be notified when the advisory is lifted or if there are any updates to the advisory.

Anyone with questions about the status of the potential sewage release can call Napa County Planning, Building & Environmental Services at 707-253-4417.

Questions concerning personal health should be directed to one's physician or health care provider, the county said.