National Trust advise beach goers to avoid Portstewart Strand following 'water pollution incident'

The National Trust has issued a warning about a ‘water pollution incident’ at Portstewart Strand.

On Wednesday, June 3, the Trust, which manages the Portstewart beach, posted on social media: “Due to a water pollution incident, visitors are advised not to enter the water and to keep their dogs on a lead while visiting Portstewart Strand.”

Due to a water pollution incident, visitors are advised not to enter the water and to keep their dogs on a lead while visiting Portstewart Strand.placeholder image
Due to a water pollution incident, visitors are advised not to enter the water and to keep their dogs on a lead while visiting Portstewart Strand.

The advice notice also said that swimming was not recommended, that dogs should be kept on a lead and not be allowed to enter the water.

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