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01/06/2012
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Toxic Algae At NI Lakes
Two Northern Ireland lakes have been closed to anglers and swimmers after a toxic algae bloomed.
The blue-green blooms have appeared at Loughbrickland Lake in County Down and Moor Lough near Strabane over the past week.
After advice that the algae could be a public health risk, the Department of Culture, Arts and Leisure asked lake visitors to take care until the scare is over.
Side effects of eating fish from the lakes could include skin rashes, vomiting and fever.
Drowned Teenager’s Funeral Service
The funeral has taken place of the teenager who drowned in a flooded quarry in Strabane during the week.
The requiem mass for Rhys Jack, 17, was held at St Mary’s Church on Melmount Road in the town.
Community Service For Cigarette Smuggler
A boatman at Belfast port smuggled 200,00 Russian cigarettes through.
Gerard Maxwell of North Hill Street, Belfast, pleaded guilty to avoiding more than £47,000 of duty.
He was sentenced to 200 hours of community service.
Waitrose Partnership With Dunnes
Luxury supermarket Waitrose is to supply Dunnes Stores with more products.
The company is likely to boost the stock with seasonal products.
(NE)
Two Northern Ireland lakes have been closed to anglers and swimmers after a toxic algae bloomed.
The blue-green blooms have appeared at Loughbrickland Lake in County Down and Moor Lough near Strabane over the past week.
After advice that the algae could be a public health risk, the Department of Culture, Arts and Leisure asked lake visitors to take care until the scare is over.
Side effects of eating fish from the lakes could include skin rashes, vomiting and fever.
Drowned Teenager’s Funeral Service
The funeral has taken place of the teenager who drowned in a flooded quarry in Strabane during the week.
The requiem mass for Rhys Jack, 17, was held at St Mary’s Church on Melmount Road in the town.
Community Service For Cigarette Smuggler
A boatman at Belfast port smuggled 200,00 Russian cigarettes through.
Gerard Maxwell of North Hill Street, Belfast, pleaded guilty to avoiding more than £47,000 of duty.
He was sentenced to 200 hours of community service.
Waitrose Partnership With Dunnes
Luxury supermarket Waitrose is to supply Dunnes Stores with more products.
The company is likely to boost the stock with seasonal products.
(NE)
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Following the confirmation of highly toxic blue-gree algae at Castlerock Beach, people have been urged to remain vigilant and take extra care over the July holidays, particularly the Portstewart/Castlerock area.
20 November 2024
Roads Service Ready For Winter Weather
Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd has confirmed that the Department's winter service team is prepared to tackle the current cold snap. Around 300 staff and 130 gritters are ready to salt main roads, while 12 snow blowers are available for deployment if necessary. To ensure a comprehensive winter service, the Department has allocated £3.
Roads Service Ready For Winter Weather
Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd has confirmed that the Department's winter service team is prepared to tackle the current cold snap. Around 300 staff and 130 gritters are ready to salt main roads, while 12 snow blowers are available for deployment if necessary. To ensure a comprehensive winter service, the Department has allocated £3.
31 May 2023
Public Urged To Report Outbreaks Of Blue-Green Algae
The public has been urged to get involved in citizen science and help monitor blooms of blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) to help protect public health. The Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) has made the call as more people begin to enjoy water-based activities across NI amid the ongoing good weather.
Public Urged To Report Outbreaks Of Blue-Green Algae
The public has been urged to get involved in citizen science and help monitor blooms of blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) to help protect public health. The Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) has made the call as more people begin to enjoy water-based activities across NI amid the ongoing good weather.
11 July 2023
Red Flag Restrictions Removed On North Coast Beaches
The Red Flag swimming restriction at Portstewart, Castlerock, Downhill and Benone beaches on the North Coast following the presence of blue-green algae, has now been removed. The public has been urged to remain vigilant for pockets of blue-green algae residue and scum along the shoreline.
Red Flag Restrictions Removed On North Coast Beaches
The Red Flag swimming restriction at Portstewart, Castlerock, Downhill and Benone beaches on the North Coast following the presence of blue-green algae, has now been removed. The public has been urged to remain vigilant for pockets of blue-green algae residue and scum along the shoreline.
23 October 2024
New Research Vessel To Combat Lough Neagh Blue-Green Algae
A research vessel has been transferred to the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) to aid in their efforts to address the blue-green algae problem in Lough Neagh. The vessel, named 'Salar', was officially handed over by DAERA Minister Andrew Muir during a visit to Ballyronan Marina.
New Research Vessel To Combat Lough Neagh Blue-Green Algae
A research vessel has been transferred to the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) to aid in their efforts to address the blue-green algae problem in Lough Neagh. The vessel, named 'Salar', was officially handed over by DAERA Minister Andrew Muir during a visit to Ballyronan Marina.
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Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:A mostly dry evening and night with a widespread frost developing along with freezing fog, which could become extensive, especially in the south. Winds remaining light. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
