The North Coast beaches had been closed after the suspected algae was spotted
A Northern Ireland council have lifted a 'red flag' swimming ban at three beauty spots following tests for toxic blue-green algae.
Announcing that the ban has been lifted with immediate effect, Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council confirmed that tests carried out by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs showed the presence of toxins were well below the World Health Organisation guideline levels.
The presence of blue-green algae in waters around Northern Ireland is believed to have been the cause of a number of dog deaths in recent months. As well as being harmful to pets, It can also create issues for humans and contact with affected water can cause skin irritation, mild respiratory effects and hayfever-like symptoms.
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