Toxic algae found in newly designated bathing spot
The Environment Agency has found a bloom of potentially toxic blue-green algae in the Ham and Kingston bathing area of the River Thames in west London, which can produce toxins harmful to humans and wildlife. Richmond Council advises visitors not to swim in or around the spot and to keep pets out of the water until further notice. The EA is taking water samples to confirm the extent and has activated an advice against bathing notice for the area.
- Location
- Kingston upon Thames, London
- Country
- 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
- Start
- 01/08/2026, 02:00
- End
- Ongoing
- Event type
- Microbiological, Chemical contamination, Limit exceeded
- Status
- Active
- Region
- London
- Last updated
Timeline
- · Alert first recorded
- · Start according to source
- · Record last updated
What to do now
- 1Boil water before drinking or use bottled water.
- 2Contact a doctor if gastrointestinal symptoms occur.
- 3Maintain hygiene during cooking and handwashing.
Sources
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