Llandudno beach has reopened while, as a precautionary measure, the Dalebrook tidal pool and Hout Bay beach were closed on Tuesday, 10 January. Read more below:
Thank you to beach-goers for their cooperation when sewage-related matters temporarily affect public access to our beaches.
Llandudno beach reopened
Water samples taken for water quality testing indicated the levels are within the minimum requirement for recreational activities as determined by the National Water Quality Guidelines.
Health warning signage has been removed.
Hout Bay beach closed until further notice
The City is investigating (a) possible pollution source(s) that has led to the temporary closure of Hout Bay beach, as a precautionary measure.
Various City departments have been activated to respond to this incident.
City Health will be taking water samples on a daily basis for water quality testing until such time as the levels are within the minimum requirement for recreational activities as determined by the National Water Quality Guidelines.
Health warning signage is in place, advising the public accordingly.
Dalebrook tidal pool has been temporarily closed again. The beach section between the tidal pools, from Dalebrook to Kalk Bay, remains closed until further notice.
The temporary closure is due to a sewer overflow, and the cause is still under investigation.
City Health has been taking water samples on a daily basis for water quality testing and will continue to do so until such time as the levels are within the minimum requirement for recreational activities as determined by the National Water Quality Guidelines.
Health warning signage remains in place at the beach section and will be placed at Dalebrook tidal pool, advising the public accordingly.
Please note:
The public is advised to avoid contact with the water as indicated above until further notice.
This is a precaution as contact with the water could result in potential gastro-intestinal issues and therefore any person who enters the water does so at their own risk.
The City apologises for any inconvenience and thanks the public for its cooperation during this time.
Source: City Of Cape Town