Coastal Recreation Area from Dalebrook to Kalk Bay reopens, Hout Bay beach remains closed
13 January 2023
The beach from Dalebrook to Kalk Bay, including the Dalebrook tidal pool, reopened today Friday 13 January 2023. As a precautionary measure, the Hout Bay beach remains closed until further notice.
Thank you to beach-goers for their cooperation when sewage-related matters temporarily affect public access to our beaches.
The beach between Dalebrook and Kalk Bay, including the Dalebrook tidal pool, has reopened
Water samples taken for water quality testing indicated the levels are within the minimum requirement for recreational activities as determined by the National Water Quality Guidelines.
Health warning signage has been removed.
Hout Bay beach remains closed until further notice
The City continues to investigate (a) possible pollution source(s) that has led to the temporary closure of Hout Bay beach, as a precautionary measure.
Various City departments have been activated to respond to this incident.
City Health will be taking water samples on a daily basis for water quality testing until such time as the levels are within the minimum requirement for recreational activities as determined by the National Water Quality Guidelines.
Health warning signage is in place, advising the public accordingly.
Please note:
- The public is advised to avoid contact with the water as indicated above until further notice.
- This is a precaution as contact with the water could result in potential gastro-intestinal issues and therefore any person who enters the water does so at their own risk.
- The City apologises for any inconvenience and thanks the public for its cooperation during this time.
Published by:
City of Cape Town, Media Office
