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The Irish Sun
21-07-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
10 popular Dublin beaches hit with ‘no swimming' notice after bathing banned at popular strand for MONTHS
SWIMMERS have been warned not to swim at ten popular Dublin beaches in the latest notice from council chiefs. It comes after a popular strand was slapped with a months-long 4 Dublin beaches have issued a 'not swim' warning due to concerns over water quality Credit: Getty 4 Swimming in poor quality water could expose beachgoers to pollution Credit: Getty 4 It can also risk creating health problems Credit: © Peter Cavanagh Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council took to A 'No They added: "No Swimming Notice in place due to heavy rainfall, swimming is not advised. "The notice for these locations is in place until at least 23rd of July. READ MORE ON IRISH NEWS "Water quality testing is ongoing, with results expected on Wednesday, 23rd July. "After heavy rain, it's important to avoid contact with the water for at least 48 hours to reduce the risk of recreational water illnesses." The reason for the ban is that the water quality at the Most read in Irish News It came into effect today for a period of five days following consultation with the The city council said:"Due to heavy rainfall, Dublin City Council has issued a temporary prohibition warning for the Dollymount Strand bathing area, effective from 21st July 2025 for a period of 5 days. The Irish cable car that's only one that crosses open sea in Europe with incredible views, stone walls & €10 tickets "The decision to remove or extend the warning will be determined by bathing water sampling. "Sample results will be made available online (DCC website and and in hardcopy format at the bathing waters as soon as possible. "The warning was erected in consultation with the Health Service Executive and the Environmental Protection Agency has been notified." ANOTHER BAN Swimming on It means swimmers can't return to the Irish sea spot until the bathing season is over, which runs from June 1 to September 15. The reason for the ban is that the water quality at the beach, tested by Dublin City The city council said: "A swim restriction applies at Sandymount Strand for the entire 2025 season. "Based on the 2021 - 2024 bathing assessment, Sandymount Strand will be classified as Poor for the 2025 season. "In accordance with 14(1)(a) of Bathing Water Regulations, a temporary restriction needs to be applied to prevent exposure of bathers to pollution." 4 A popular strand has also been slapped with a months-long swimming ban Credit: Getty
The Irish Sun
16-07-2025
- The Irish Sun
‘Do not swim' alert issued to swimmers on hugely popular Blue Flag beach due to high ‘levels of bacteria' in water
SWIIMMERS at a popular Irish beach have been urged to stay out of the water due to safety concerns over bacteria levels. Advertisement 3 Lahnich is popular among swimmers, surfers, and families Credit: Getty 3 Sandymount swimmers were told not to enter the water Credit: Getty The horseshoe shaped sand spot is hugely popular among swimmers and surfers. And it's a favourite among Clare and It's also got a Blue Flag award indicating high levels of cleanliness in line with But beachgoers have been told not to enter the water due to "high levels of bacteria" in the sea. Advertisement READ MORE ON TRAVEL The ban came into effect at around 11am today following orders from the It's now known when it will be lifted. A red flag has been hoisted at the beach to alert visitors to the ban. And a spokesperson for the council said: "Run-off from the catchment after exceptionally heavy rainfall is a likely cause of the elevated levels of bacteria in the water." Advertisement Most read in The Irish Sun Breaking Exclusive Exclusive Earlier this summer, beachgoers in Dublin were hit with a months-long "do not swim" warning for a beloved suburban beach. Sandymount Strand, a five kilometre stretch along 'We should've known better', says stranded beachgoers as hundreds of Irish flock to overcrowded beach as temps hit 30.8C It's a beloved spot among walkers, cyclists, and And in hot Advertisement Swim season runs from June 1 to September 15 but on June 6, the ban came into effect for the foreseeable future. The reason for the ban is that the water quality at the beach, tested by Dublin City The city council said: "A swim restriction applies at Sandymount Strand for the entire 2025 season. Advertisement "Based on the 2021 - 2024 bathing assessment, Sandymount Strand will be classified as Poor for the 2025 season. "In accordance with 14(1)(a) of Bathing Water Regulations, a temporary restriction needs to be applied to prevent exposure of bathers to pollution." The Health Protection Surveillance Centre shared precautions to follow if bathing water quality is less than perfect. Those heading to the beach should observe the following: Advertisement Obey all bathing water area signs - a warning sign that says do not swim means that there is a high risk of illness Avoid swallowing water Avoid swimming with an open cut or wound Avoid swimming in water of doubtful quality if you are pregnant or have a weakened immune system 3 Lahinch Beach has been hit with a temporary 'do not swim' alert Credit: Getty
The Irish Sun
06-06-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
Swimming at popular Irish beach banned for MONTHS as bathing forbidden at second Dublin beach over sewage discharge
BEACHGOERS have been hit with a months-long "do not swim" warning at a popular Irish spot. And a second Advertisement 3 Dollymount strand sees thousands flock to the beach in the summer Credit: Getty 3 Swimming at Sandymount strand has been banned for the summer Credit: Getty The two beaches in question are the beloved Sandymount Strand in south Dublin and Dollymount Strand in north Dublin. Sandymount Strand is a five kilometre stretch that's popular among swimmers, The bathing season there runs from June 1 to September 15 and sees thousands flock to the area. But swimming on Sandymount strand has now been banned for the entire 2025 season - meaning swimmers can't return to the waters until mid September. Advertisement READ MORE IN IRISH NEWS The reason for the ban is that the water quality at the beach, tested by Dublin City The city council said: "A swim restriction applies at Sandymount Strand for the entire 2025 season. "Based on the 2021 - 2024 bathing assessment, Sandymount Strand will be classified as Poor for the 2025 season. Advertisement MOST READ ON THE IRISH SUN Exclusive Exclusive "In accordance with 14(1)(a) of Bathing Water Regulations, a temporary restriction needs to be applied to prevent exposure of bathers to pollution." The short Irish train journey perfect for summer day out with 'stunning views' Meanwhile north of the river Liffey, Dollymount strand has been placed under a temporary swimming ban. The five kilometre stretch is popular among walkers and swimmers. During the Advertisement But recent heavy rainfall led to a storm water overflow at Ringsend Wastewater Treatment Plant just days ago, contaminating the water at the beach. The council said they will continue to monitor the water quality at the popular beach and update accordingly. They explained: "A Temporary Prohibition was erected by Dublin City Council on 03/06/2025 at Dollymount Strand following a stormwater overflow on the 03/06/2025 at Ringsend Wastewater Treatment Plant due to heavy rainfall. TOP FIVE BEACHES IN DUBLIN Here are the top five beaches in Dublin: Balscadden Beach, Howth Killiney Beach, Killiney Portmarnock Beach, Portmarnock Seapoint Beach, Seapoint Donabate Beach, Donabate "The notice was erected in consultation with the Health Service Executive. Advertisement "Sampling will take place at Dollymount Strand and the notice will be updated accordingly." The water at three designated spots in Dublin is monitored by the city council. The spots are Sandymount, Dollymount, and Half Moon. Monitoring is also carried out at non-designated water areas including Merrion Strand, Shelly Banks and North Bull Wall. Advertisement 3 Sandymount is located in south Dublin Credit: Getty
