Plastic pellets washed up on Camber beach

Plastic pellets washed up on Camber beach

A significant amount of plastic pellets has been discovered washed up on a beach in East Sussex, causing a pollution incident, as reported by Rother District Council. These plastic pellets, also known as biobeads, were found in Camber, prompting the council to issue a statement. While the council has assured the public that there are no immediate health concerns, caution has been advised for dog owners to prevent their pets from ingesting the pellets.

The source of the pollution remains unclear, with ongoing investigations being conducted by the council to determine its origin. A spokesperson for the council mentioned that officers are currently assessing the impact of the pollution on local beaches. The Environment Agency has also been involved, providing support and guidance to the council as cleanup efforts continue along the coastline.

Southern Water has joined the investigation, conducting water quality sampling to assess any environmental impact resulting from the plastic pellets. Non-profit organizations Nurdle and Strandliners, in collaboration with council officers, are actively participating in the cleanup operation. Updates on the situation are expected to be provided as more information becomes available. Residents in the area, such as Juliet Duff, have expressed concern over the extent of the pollution, with Duff describing the situation as “terrible” and highlighting the efforts being made to manually collect the pellets along the affected beach stretch

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