Water firm says others may have caused sewage leak
Northumbrian WaterA water company has said a burst sewage pipe which leaked untreated sewage into the River Tees was "likely caused by a third party".
Northumbrian Water confirmed staff have been on site at the Cargo Fleet sewage main, near Dockside Road in Middlesbrough, since the pipe burst on the evening of 26 June.
Teams are removing several thousand tonnes of waste which was recently deposited around the area, while work to fix the damage is expected to continue until early next week.
Labour MP for Redcar Anna Turley called for a "thorough investigation" and said: "Those responsible should be held fully accountable and face the consequences of their actions."
A Northumbrian Water spokesperson said: "We are continuing to carry out environmental monitoring and regular sampling and are working closely with the Environment Agency as well as the local authorities, delivery partners and landowners.
"We understand the frustration this will cause and would like to thank customers for their patience."
The Environment Agency advised against bathing at Seaton Carew North, Seaton Carew Centre, Seaton Carew North Gare, Redcar Coatham, Redcar Lifeboat Station, Redcar Granville, Redcar Stray, Marske Sands and Saltburn.
