BREMERTON (AP) — Officials say a malfunctioning gate at a wastewater treatment plant on Bremerton’s east side led to a spill of sewage and runoff into Port Washington Narrows and Dyes Inlet.

The facility that’s only used during storms activated from the heavy rains Tuesday, but the faulty gate pushed rainwater and sewage into an emergency overflow valve.

Officials say about 200,000 gallons spilled before crews got the gate opened and began repairs.

The Kitsap Public Health District issued a no-contact advisory for waters between Silverdale and Bremerton, warning residents to avoid skin contact with those waters through Dec. 18.