Fountains back in operation after E. coli shutdown
SuppliedSeafront water fountains are back in operation after they were shut off over elevated E. coli levels.
The Redcar seafront fountains were closed on 9 June when water testing found contamination levels that posed a potential health risk.
When asked if the public were at risk at any point, Redcar and Cleveland Council said monthly testing and monitoring of the fountains was designed to "identify any issues promptly and protect public health".
It added water quality testing would take place weekly throughout the summer period as an "additional precaution".
Deputy leader and cabinet member for climate and culture Carrie Richardson said the fountains were shut down as a precaution when routine testing identified the presence of E. coli.
The Labour-led council said the fountains had successfully passed follow-up testing and were back in operation.
Some types of E. coli are harmless, but others can make people seriously ill.
It spreads through contact with animals or their faeces, through consuming contaminated food or water, and from person to person.
The council said the fountains were fitted with a UV treatment system to help control bacteria.
