Dozens of swimmers have taken a dip in the sea at Blackpool despite being urged not to following a sewage leak. A 'no swim' warning has been issued for eight beaches on the Fylde coast, in Lancashire, including the famous resort town.
The warning was given yesterday (June 13) and remains in place today, but almost 50 swimmers were spotted in the water at Blackpool this morning. They included a number of children, Lancs Live reports.
Urgent repair works are currently taking place after a pipe burst at the wastewater treatment works in nearby Fleetwood. Untreated water mixed with rainwater was 'released into the sea' following thunderstorms on Sunday night.
