Water users in Clare are being warned of the possibility of elevated levels of bacteria at landmark pier and beach attractions following a recent spell of excessive rainfall.
Clare County Council has issued prior warning notices for six separate locations throughout the county.
A prior warning notice is issued when the quality of water may be affected due to diffuse pollution resulting from heavy
rainfall.
Clare County Council has issued prior warning notices for beaches at White Strand, Miltown Malbay, Spanish Point – Kilkee – White Strand, Doonbeg – and Lahinch, while a notice has also been issued for the bathing water at Cappagh Pier, Kilrush.
The restriction has come into effect this morning and is expected to remain in place for the next five days.
The local authority has notified the HSE of the conditions and is advising visitors to to avoid swallowing or splashing water, to wash their hands before handling food and to avoid swimming with an open cut or wound .
Day trippers and recreational water users are also advised to avoid entering the water if you are pregnant or have a weakened immune system.
