UK travel warning at beach after disgusting find in sea – exact date you can return revealed
HOLIDAY-MAKERS have been urged to avoid a popular beach after a “slurry incident” left countless fish dead.
The shock scene unfolded at Cemaes Bay on the north coast of Anglesey in Wales this week.
A number of dead fish were spotted in the beach’s waters which prompted the Isle of Anglesey Council to issue a warning.
“Staff are onsite investigating what we believe to be a slurry incident which could affect bathing water quality in the short term and has resulted in a number of dead fish,” an earlier statement read.
“Isle of Anglesey County Council is advising against bathing at Cemaes Beach for up to 72 hours from the incident and signage has been put in place to warn members of the public.”
A spokesman for Natural Resources Wales also confirmed the cause of the agricultural pollution has been identified.
“Officers have taken water samples and investigations are continuing,” he said.
“A number of fish including trout and flounders have died and further fish surveys are being carried out today.
“Once our investigation is complete, we will decide what further regulatory action needs to be taken.”
The warning was first made on Tuesday meaning swimmers should avoid the water until at least late on Friday.
Cemaes is known for being the most northerly village in Wales and is popular with tourists for its coastal paths, fish and kayaking.