Littleham Brook Pollution Update

Exmouth Town Council has received the following communication from the Environment Agency – South West Region regarding the pollution at Littleham Brook

Here are the Environment Agency’s most recent lines shared publicly (via EA S&SW Facebook) regarding the pollution incident at Littleham Brook, Exmouth:

“We know many of you have questions about the pollution incident at Littleham Brook in Exmouth. Here’s where things stand.

“What we’re doing now: Our investigation continues, including work to identify exactly what the pollutant is and how much has entered the brook. We suspect it is from an industrial source.

“How serious is this? We’ve classed this as a Category 1 incident, the most serious pollution category. This reflects the severe environmental impact and the significant time the brook will need to recover.

“What is happening: We’re meeting with East Devon District Council, the UK Health Security Agency and the Animal and Plant Health Agency. Together we’ll review our advice against bathing at Exmouth and update public health guidance relating to the brook.

“Our advice to you right now: Please continue to avoid bathing at Exmouth and avoid contact with Littleham Brook until we advise otherwise.

We’ll share updates as soon as we have more information.

“Please get in touch if you have any information that might help our investigation: DCISEnquiries@environment-agency.gov.uk

If you require any further information, please c

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