eThekwini reopens Umhlanga beaches to public
eThekwini Municipality has confirmed the reopening of Umhlanga Main and Umhlanga Bronze beaches.
The two beaches were given the green light to reopen on Christmas Day.
“The decision to re-open the beaches was taken after results from the latest rounds of water testing confirmed that the water quality is at an acceptable standard and it is safe for swimming,” the municipality’s spokesperson Msawakhe Mayisela said.
Other beaches that are open for swimming are Point, Ushaka, Addington, South, Wedge, North, Bay of Plenty, Battery, Country Club, Brighton, Reunion; Pipeline; Toti Main and Warner beaches.
“The municipality is continuously monitoring water quality at all beaches to ensure the safety of residents and visitors,” the municipality added.
