A large pile-up of waste has formed along the Lumley and Aberdeen beach area after a net installed to trap plastic and rubbish from the Juba and Kaningo drainage areas broke due to heavy flow.

The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs and the National Tourist Board say the net, which was put in place by Propel Organisation and Engineers Without Borders, could no longer hold the large amount of plastic and other waste materials coming through the waterways. As a result, much of that rubbish has ended up on the beach.

According to the National Tourist Board, they have been working with beach bar operators to remove and properly dispose of the waste at the designated landfill site. Despite these efforts, they are still struggling to keep up with the amount of garbage arriving on the shore.

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In addition to the waste, the public is being informed that seaweed is also expected during this period, which is normal for this time of year. Together, the seaweed and garbage are creating even more of a challenge for those trying to keep the beach clean.

Authorities say the situation may continue through the rainy season, which runs until the end of October. They are asking beachgoers and the general public to take note of the current conditions and work with cleaning teams on the ground.

The National Tourist Board is also calling on individuals, public institutions, private companies, and organisations to support the ongoing clean-up efforts and help keep the beach environment safe and welcoming.

The public is advised to expect this challenge to last from July through October 2025.