Sewage leak in Brinsmead, do not swim in Freshwater Creek

Cairns Regional Council advises that a sewage spill occurred at Slate Cl, Brinsmead, earlier today.

At approximately 12.40pm today, Council was notified of the incident and is aware of some sewage runoff into nearby Freshwater Creek.

As a precaution, Council is advising residents not to enter Freshwater Creek downstream of Goomboora Park until further notice.

Council is aware that the area from Goomboora Park to Glenoma Park is particularly popular for dogs – owners are advised that they should not allow their dogs to enter the water.

The leak occurred due to a blockage in the network causing an overflow and was rectified by crews at about 2pm today.

Goomboora Park and Glenoma Park areas are safe for use as long as people do not enter Freshwater Creek.

Members of the public are advised to keep clear of raw sewage or areas that have come in contact with raw sewage.

Do not take fish, shellfish or items from waterways in the affected area and do not enter these waterways.

Contact with sewage or contaminated waterways, for people and dogs, can cause serious health problems.

Please observe warning signs and public notices and follow any directions provided by Council or State Government officers.

Council is testing water regularly and will provide an update when further information become available.