eThekwini shuts several beaches due to E-coli
eThekwini has announced the immediate closure of some beaches due to high levels of E-coli in the water.
The city made the announcement on Monday afternoon, saying decision was taken following water testing results.
“All water activities such as swimming, surfing, fishing, bathing, canoeing, and other activities taking place at city beaches are therefore prohibited,” the city said in a statement.
“Beachgoers are urged to heed this warning as disregarding it could result in outbreaks of waterborne diseases.”
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Closed beaches include Westbrook, uMhlanga Main, uMdloti, Casuarina, eThekwini Beach, Laguna Seasonal Beach, Ansteys Beach, Brighton Beach, Isiphingo Beach, Reunion Beach, Warner Beach, Amanzimtoti Main Beach, and Pipeline Beach.
“Residents can still enjoy other activities along the beach that do not require them to come into contact with sea water,” the city added.
The public will be notified when the beaches are deemed safe to utilise.
