Gia Spingola, lifeguard

July 24. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services has lifted a no swimming advisory for Ramsey Creek Beach. Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation reopened the beach at Ramsey at 10 a.m. today. Staff with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services sampled the water quality several times Friday, and the highest measure was 5 col/100mL, which indicates good water quality. Shorelines around Lake Norman are often populated with geese and ducks which can contribute to fecal coliform levels. According to county officials, runoff from storms can also raise levels temporarily. They said the high counts at Ramsey Creek were not related to a spill in Denver last week. More info: www.parkandrec.com. The beach will close at 7:30 p.m.