Eurobodalla Shire's beaches have reopened to swimmers after water quality was found to have improved, but caution is advised, the council says.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
$0/
(min cost $0)
or signup to continue reading
"Waterways and beaches will continue to be impacted for some time after heavy rains washed fire debris into creeks, rivers, lakes and oceans - avoid swimming where water remains murky and discoloured," a Eurobodalla Shire Council spokesperson said.
"There are also logs and other materials in the water and these may prove dangerous to swimmers and watercraft."
Beaches near the river mouths of the Tuross and Moruya Rivers are among the most heavily affected, with ash, burnt timber and logs present," the spokesperson said.
"In addition, high tides are leaving significant amounts of seaweed on beaches.
"Both Eurobodalla Shire Council and NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service continue to monitor the situation."
The council said it undertook regular testing of water quality and notified the community of adverse results.
"Debris will continue to accumulate on Eurobodalla Shire's beaches but our waterways and 143 kilometres of coastline will clear of organic material as a part of natural environmental cycles," the spokesperson said.
"Anyone finding litter and rubbish, particularly plastic, can assist by collecting it for disposal.
"Any risks to public safety can be reported to Council on 4474 1000."
It has been Australia's lost summer. Drought, hail, floods and, worst of all, bushfires have ravaged communities all over the nation. But the selfless actions of friends, family, neighbours, strangers, local groups and volunteer organisations have inspired us and strengthened the bonds of community. Please join us in saying thanks to the heroes of the home front by sharing your stories of gratitude. To salute a person or a group, please use the form below.
