St Paul’s Bay beach has been closed to swimmers after authorities reported a sewage overflow in the area, prompting urgent public health warnings.
Officials said the closure came into effect immediately after the overflow was detected, with signs put up along the promenade advising people to stay out of the water. Lifeguards and local council workers have been on site to inform visitors and redirect beachgoers to other nearby swimming areas while tests are carried out.
The authorities explained that the discharge poses a risk of contamination and that water quality samples have been sent for laboratory analysis. Results are expected in the coming days, and the beach will remain off limits until levels are confirmed to be back within safe limits.
Residents and business owners in St Paul’s Bay expressed frustration at the timing, with many tourists visiting during the peak summer period. Some said they had noticed an unusual smell near the shoreline earlier in the week. The utility responsible for the network has apologized for the disruption and said repair teams are working to resolve the issue and prevent further overflows.
Environmental officials have reminded the public that swimming in affected waters can lead to illness, and are urging people to follow the safety notices until the all-clear is given. Clean-up and monitoring operations are ongoing, and further updates will be issued once test results are received.
