A water company has said a burst sewage pipe which leaked untreated sewage into the River Tees was “likely caused by a third party”.<\/p>\n
Northumbrian Water confirmed staff have been on site at the Cargo Fleet sewage main, near Dockside Road in Middlesbrough, since the pipe burst on the evening of 26 June.<\/p>\n
Teams are removing several thousand tonnes of waste which was recently deposited around the area, while work to fix the damage is expected to continue until early next week.<\/p>\n
Labour MP for Redcar Anna Turley called for a “thorough investigation” and said: “Those responsible should be held fully accountable and face the consequences of their actions.”<\/p>\n
A Northumbrian Water spokesperson said: “We are continuing to carry out environmental monitoring and regular sampling and are working closely with the Environment Agency as well as the local authorities, delivery partners and landowners. <\/p>\n
“We understand the frustration this will cause and would like to thank customers for their patience.”<\/p>\n
The Environment Agency advised against bathing at Seaton Carew North, Seaton Carew Centre, Seaton Carew North Gare, Redcar Coatham, Redcar Lifeboat Station, Redcar Granville, Redcar Stray, Marske Sands and Saltburn.<\/p>\n
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