Warning issued at two North Wales beaches as swimmers told to stay out of water

Swimmers in North Wales have been warned to stay out of the sea at two beaches after bacteria was found in the water. A bug was found following testing at Rhos-on-Sea and Colwyn Bay.

The discovery was made at Rhos-on-Sea and Colwyn Bay following routine testing by Natural Resources Wales, a spokesman for Conwy County Borough Council said. Paddlers have also been urged to not go out on the water, NorthWalesLive reports.

Signs saying there was “increased risk that water quality may be affected by pollution” have been erected on the promenade at Colwyn Bay and in Rhos-on-Sea.

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In a statement Conwy CBC told North Wales Live: "We were notified about levels of bacteria in bathing water at North Shore and Cayley Promenade by Natural Resources Wales (NRW) who carry out regular water quality testing. Notices advising against swimming or paddling in the sea were put out on Saturday.

"NRW are keeping us updated with results on test samples." The specific cause of the bacteria is not known and it is unclear now long the advice will remain in place.

Cllr Hannah Fleet, who represents Llandrillo-yn-Rhos / Rhos-on-Sea said: "I understand there has been quite exceptional rainfall which is a rare occurrence. I am glad that Conwy Council are doing their best to protect the local residents and tourists."

She added: "We are fortunate we do have a not-for-profit water industry in Wales unlike in England which was a political decision."

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