Basin Head wharf reopens to beachgoers

Basin Head wharf is open againafter a temporary closure last month due to structural damage.

In late May, the province restricted access to the wharf and the bridge that crosses the channel because of other safety concerns the channel became too shallow after a major storm caused it to fill with sand over the winter, according to the province.

Then officials with the province saidwhile preparing to dredge the channel,engineers noticed structural damage beneath the wharf and deemed it unsafe for public use.

Barricades were put up to prevent access to the wharf andbeach.

Matthew MacKay, tourism minister for the province said in a written news release the dredging of the channel is complete, barricades have been removedand lifeguards are on duty.

"I appreciate everyone's patience and understanding during the closure of Basin Head. We know it wasn't great timing, but safety is our number one priority at our Provincial Parks", he said in the release.

"The weather for this weekend looks fantastic, so I wish all Islanders and tourists visiting Basin Head a fun and safe time."

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