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Pelames beach in the Azorean municipality of Povoação banned from swimming

RTP Notícias3 September 2026 at 19:30

Pelames beach, located in the municipality of Povoação, on the island of São Miguel, in the Azores, was banned from swimming. The ban was issued based on the results of water quality tests conducted on the beach. The decision was announced by the Municipal Council of Povoação. This ban means that swimmers cannot use the beach for swimming or bathing until the situation is resolved and new tests confirm that the water quality is suitable.

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