A 'Do not swim' notice has been put in place for two Wexford beaches.
Duncannon Beach as well as St. Helens Beach were put under the notice earlier today.
According to Wexford County Council, "testing showed elevated levels for Intestinal enterococci bacteria."
Wexford Co Co wishes to advise the public that a “Do not swim” notice have been issued for Duncannon Beach, Co. Wexford.
An Advisory “Do not swim” notice is also in place for St. Helen’s Beach.
Testing showed elevated levels for Intestinal enterococci bacteria. pic.twitter.com/5IeidD1UVq— Wexford County Council (@wexfordcoco) September 1, 2023
In a statement, Wexford County Council said samples from the two beaches were taken today and are expected back on Sunday 3rd September. When bathing water samples return, the 'do not swim' notice will be reviewed.
You can check the water quality of any of Ireland's beaches here.
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