Southern Harbours

Rainfall data has been used to predict the likelihood of bacterial contamination at swimming sites in Botany Bay, lower Georges River and Port Hacking.

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Alert

Sydney Water has advised of a sewage overflow on 15 August 2018 into Port Hacking at Burraneer, which may affect areas around Darook Park and Hungry Point in Port Hacking. As a precaution, swimming should be avoided in this area due to the possibility of pollution. Contact Sydney Water on 13 20 90.

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	Pollution is unlikely, enjoy your swim!
	Pollution is possible, take care.
	Pollution is likely, avoid swimming today.
	Updated information available.

More information about this forecast

As a general precaution, swimming in Botany Bay, lower Georges River and Port Hacking should be avoided for up to three days following rainfall or for as long as stormwater is present. The most obvious signs of stormwater pollution are water discolouration as well as debris in the water and on the tide line.

* Please note water temperature in estuarine areas can be warmer in summer and cooler in winter than the reported ocean temperature.

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