Swimmers Warned to Avoid London's First Official Thames Bathing Spot over Toxic Algae

Swimmers and pets warned to 'stay out' of toxic Thames bathing spot

Swimmers have been warned against swimming in London's first bathing site in Kingston upon Thames due to pollution from toxic algae.

London’s first official bathing area hit by toxic algae outbreak

Ham and Kingston on the Thames regular left with ‘really bad rash and itchy spots’ after swimming in toxic water

Swimmers warned to avoid London's first official Thames bathing spot over toxic algae

The Environmental Agency have advised swimmers to stay out of the water after a potentially toxic bloom of blue-green algae was found

Blue algae has been detected in the Thames at London’s first official river bathing site between Ham and Kingston.

The Environment Agency has confirmed the presence of potentially toxic bacteria. Health experts say you should not swim in water with a blue-green algae bloom as it can release dangerous toxins. The stretch of the River Thames was designated as London’s first official river bathing water site in May. Richmond Council says: Do not swim or paddle in affected areas until further notice Keep dogs out of the water Avoid contact with visible algae nea…