MAPPED: People warned not to go in the water because of SEWAGE at these beaches near Greater Manchester
manchestereveningnews.co.ukBrits have been warned not to go swimming at several beaches across the UK today. Heavy rain over the weekend has led to sewage outflows at various sites and pollution warnings have been issued for Blackpool and Cleveleys.
The Environment Agency has published an interactive map which reveals the latest updates on water quality at bathing locations.
You can also search for your postcode to see which sites near you are safe for swimming - you can do this here. Swimmers have been warned to stay clear of several beaches near Greater Manchester today, July 17.
It comes just days before schools break up for the summer holidays and families head to the seaside. Try MEN Premium for FREE by clicking here for no ads, fun puzzles and brilliant new features. Pollution risk warnings have been issued by the Environment Agency for Blackpool North, Central and South beaches, as well as Cleveleys further up the coast.
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