Check water quality

The Environment Protection Authority monitors water quality for 36 beaches across Port Phillip Bay, including Elwood.

The Beach Report season is now open and will run across the lifesaving season. Always check for signs of pollution before you swim.

Good means water quality is probably safe for swimming.
Fair means water quality may not be safe for swimming. Check for signs of pollution before you swim. For example; stormwater drains flowing, murky water, bad smell, and rubbish.
Poor means water quality is probably not safe for swimming.

When a forecast is not available, the EPA advises you can protect your health by not swimming near drains or river outlets for 48 hours after rain.

EPA posts forecasts online and Elwood Life Saving Club displays signs at the beach during patrols.

For further information visit the EPA’s Beach Report page.