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This beach is off-limits after E. coli detection in water

Notícias de Coimbra28 August 2026 at 13:00

The Sorraia River Beach, located in Coruche, was temporarily off-limits to swimming after the detection of E. coli bacteria in the water. The prohibition was determined following water quality analyses carried out at the site.

The competent authorities issued a warning prohibiting access to the beach for swimming while the necessary monitoring and cleaning actions are carried out to restore the required quality standards.

This situation affects users who usually frequent this river beach during the bathing season, which will be unavailable until new analyses confirm that the water meets the safety requirements for swimming.

The responsible entities recommend that swimmers avoid contact with the beach water while the prohibition is in effect and follow the official information about the reopening of the space.

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