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The high levels of the bug E.coli found at Clevedon’s Marine Lake could be the result of people failing to pick up after their dogs.

There have been reports of people suffering from ear infections after swimming in the water .

Tests were carried out earlier this week and the level of E.coli in the water was found to be higher than recommended for bathing under EU guidelines.

As a result people have been advised not to swim in the lake until the water is refreshed by higher tides.

And if someone does decide to swim they are advised to use ear plugs.

North Somerset Council’s environmental health service manager, Dee Mawn, is also reminding people that a year-round no dogs order is in place at Marine Lake.

She added: “The order is in place for a reason – to reduce the risk of unfriendly bacteria draining into the lake.

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“Unfortunately people are ignoring the order and, as much as we would like to think everyone picks up after their dogs, sadly some don’t.

“Contact with faecal coliform bacteria is known to cause, among other things, ear infections.

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“Our community response officer regularly patrols the area to enforce the order. Anyone caught ignoring it is reported and faces the prospect of being issued with a fixed penalty notice.

“Please observe the order and help keep Marine Lake clean.”