Durban — Following extensive water testing, the eThekwini Municipality has informed the public of 13 beaches it has reopened.
In a statement, municipal spokesperson Msawakhe Mayisela said that testing has confirmed that the water quality at these beaches is now at an acceptable standard.
The 13 beaches reopened are:
- Bay Beach
- North Beach
- Wedge Beach
- South Beach
- Addington Beach
- uShaka Beach
- Point Beach (Vetchies)
- Brighton Beach
- Amanzimtoti Main Beach
- Pipeline Beach
- Warner Beach
- Winklespruit Beach
- Umgababa Beach
Mayisela added that five beaches remain closed are:
- eThekwini Beach
- Laguna Seasonal Beach
- Ansteys Beach
- Reunion Beach
- Baggies Beach
“All water activities such as swimming, surfing, fishing, bathing, and canoeing are therefore prohibited at the five above-mentioned beaches,” Mayisela said.
“Beachgoers are urged to avoid water-related activities at beaches that are closed.”
Mayisela added that the public will be notified when the closed beaches are reopened and safe for public use.
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