Further testing is being conducted to determine the nature of the material filmed floating on the Noosa River. Initial results indicate the material is not human waste.
Working with Unitywater and Marine Safety Queensland, Council is thoroughly investigating possible sources both on land and from within the river.
CEO Larry Sengstock said several water samples have been taken and tested. Coouncil will porivded updates on results when available.
“The tests results received so far indicate that levels are well within the Queensland Recreation Water Quality Guidelines and show no indication of human waste being present,” Mr Sengstock said.
Council officers have contacted individuals who have reported the incident to confirm the areas possibly affected.
Council is continuing to work with Marine Safety Queensland and other agencies to establish the exact nature of the material in additional to its normal recreational water quality monitoring program.
Given recent rainfal and higher than ususal tides, floating debris in the river is normal, as these condition wash more material than usual into waterways.
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