Winds are expected to pick up on Thursday, generating high wave heights and strong currents. Small Craft Advisories and Beach Hazards Statements have been posted.
Swimming was banned at bathing spots across Ireland for over 350 days this year
Noteworthy analysis of EPA data shows that “do not swim” notices are an all too common occurrence at beaches across the country. By Niall Sargent Monday 28 Dec 2020, 12:05 AM Dec 28th 2020, 12:05 AM 21,136 Views 11 Comments
SWIMMING WAS BANNED at bathing spots across Ireland this year for a combined total of over 350 days, a
Noteworthy analysis shows.
Local authorities are responsible for monitoring water quality for the entire bathing season that runs from 1 June – 15 September. Swimming prohibitions are for bathing spots, not for the entire beach itself that remains open to the public.