30-07-2025
'Raw sewage' warning at Scots beach as swimmers warned not to enter the water
The sample was taken at a popular wild swimming spot and detected a high bacterial level.
Scots have been warned that 'raw sewage' has been discovered in a popular wild swimming spot.
A routine sample was taken by The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) which indicated a high bacterial result at Dunbar East in East Lothain bathing water, reports Edinburgh Live.
A sign at the site warned about 'possible faecal contamination' that may cause illness.
The regulator has urged people not to bathe and paddle in the stretch of water while they investigate the potential threat to human health.
Locals spotted signs erected on the local beach warning them against entering the water on July 30.
SEPA are working closely with East Lothian Council as they monitor the situation.
A spokesperson for SEPA said: 'SEPA are aware of a high bacterial result at Dunbar East bathing water.
'Our officers are currently investigating the cause of this high result and if required we will explore any mitigation measures. Further water samples have been taken from the bathing water to determine if there is any on-going impact.
' East Lothian Council has placed signs at the bathing water to notify users of the high result and to avoid bathing and paddling.
'Advice against bathing will remain in place until SEPA are satisfied water quality at Dunbar East is no longer impacted.'
