Water quality warnings issued for nine Munster beaches

Ballybunion and Fenit in Kerry — as well as Lahinch, Miltown, Kilkee, Doonbeg, Spanish Point, and Cappagh Pier in Clare — are all subject to the warnings after heavy rainfall

Lahinch in Co Clare is one of six beaches in Co Clare issued with five-day swim restriction notices. The others are White Strand in Miltown, Kilkee, White Strand in Doonbeg, Spanish Point, and Cappagh Pier. Picture: Eamon Ward

Nine beaches in Munster have been issued with water quality warnings after heavy rainfall increased the chance of raw sewage being washed into the sea.

Lahinch, White Strand in Miltown, Kilkee, White Strand in Doonbeg, Spanish Point, and Cappagh Pier in Co Clare, have all been issued with a five-day swim restriction notice due to “possible pollution”. The warning advises swimmers and beachgoers that water quality may be affected due to the presence of bacteria.