The Fanal Bathing Zone, in the municipality of Angra do Heroísmo, reopened for bathing use on the afternoon of August 31st, after confirmation that water quality was adequate for bathing. The reopening followed analyses carried out by the competent authorities.
The temporary prohibition of the bathing zone was determined after a sampling carried out on August 24th, in which a non-conformity in the microbiological parameters of the water was detected, according to results communicated by the Regional Directorate for Maritime Policies. The Health Delegation of Angra do Heroísmo ordered the prohibition, and signage and informative notices were placed at the site.
A sampling for counter-analysis was carried out on August 27th, the results of which revealed that the water was suitable for bathing. Given this assessment, the Health Delegation immediately lifted the prohibition, allowing the reopening of the zone after the official communication of the results.
The results of the water quality analyses can be consulted on the Municipality's portal and on the information boards existing in the bathing zones of the municipality. A new sampling is scheduled for September 3rd, and Councilor Sónia Ferreira stated that the protection of public health and the safety of users constitute permanent priorities of municipal action.
