Swimming ban at Booley Bay Beach

By Dan Walsh

DO NOT SWIM notices have been erected at Booley Bay Beach, near Duncannon, after sampling conducted as part of Wexford County Council’s normal monitoring of bathing water quality showed elevated levels of bacteria.

In a statement, Wexford County Council said; “Following consultation with the HSE, it is necessary to issue “Do Not Swim” warning notices at Booley Bay Beach in accordance with the Bathing Water Quality Regulations 2008 and in the interest of public health.

Further samples have been taken today and results are expected on Saturday, July 20^th at which stage the bathing prohibition notices will be reviewed. In addition, the Council’s Environmental Technical Team are investigating the matter.

More information on bathing water quality can be obtained on http://www.beaches.ie