Water quality results vary across Westmeath swimming spots
Recent laboratory tests revealed pristine conditions at two popular lakeside amenities while identifying bacterial contamination nearby. Local authority environmental teams are actively investigating the issue to ensure public safety before restrictions are lifted.
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Westmeath County Council
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Recent water quality testing conducted on Monday, 7th September, revealed contrasting results across local bathing spots in County Westmeath. While analysis confirmed that conditions at both The Cut on Lough Lene and Portnashangan on Lough Owel reached top-tier standards, a different picture emerged elsewhere in the county.
Samples retrieved from Lilliput on Lough Ennell showed elevated concentrations of bacteria, prompting authorities to classify the water quality as poor. Consequently, a temporary swimming prohibition remains enforced at this location to safeguard public health while environmental investigations continue.
Westmeath County Council environment personnel are currently examining the root cause of the contamination at Lough Ennell. Swimmers and local residents can check the official beaches portal for up-to-date status reports on all regional bathing areas.
Samples retrieved from Lilliput on Lough Ennell showed elevated concentrations of bacteria, prompting authorities to classify the water quality as poor. Consequently, a temporary swimming prohibition remains enforced at this location to safeguard public health while environmental investigations continue.
Westmeath County Council environment personnel are currently examining the root cause of the contamination at Lough Ennell. Swimmers and local residents can check the official beaches portal for up-to-date status reports on all regional bathing areas.