The Baldwin County Health Department notifies residents that a sewage spill occurred June 6 in Daphne in an area near Lakefront Drive in Lake Forest.

According to a report received by the health department, a manhole overflowed due to grease blockage in the line, which resulted in approximately 200 gallons of sewage being discharged into Lake Forest Lake. The health department urges residents to exercise caution using this water body for recreational purposes. Also, thoroughly cook any fish or seafood caught near by and wash hands after handling fish or seafood.

Contact Daphne Utilities Department at 626-2628 for more details.