Rother District Council has commended volunteers for their efforts in tackling the pellet pollution incident that recently affected Camber and other coastal areas.
The council said numerous individuals have generously devoted their time to help clean beaches and coastlines hit by millions of bio-beads.
Council leader Doug Oliver said: "Once again, the people of Rother are going above and beyond to help protect their environment, and we are extremely grateful to everyone who has volunteered so far.
"The volunteers have made a real difference to the clean-up operation, and it’s great to see them working alongside our RDC coastal team, plus Strandliners, and Nurdle - our specialist, non-profit company employed by the Council to support the operation."
Those interested in volunteering are encouraged to participate seven days a week, with a 10am briefing at Central Car Park, Camber, where they will receive PPE and equipment.
Any updates about changes to these arrangements will be communicated by the council through their usual channels.
Residents and visitors are being urged to report any further sightings of the bio-beads.
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Councillor Oliver said: "Camber may not be the only beach affected. We are monitoring other sites, but public reports are essential.
"If anyone finds bio-beads on any beach other than Camber, please report it to the Environment Agency on 0800 80 70 60 (free to call), quoting reference: 2440833."
The council also provided an online reporting method for findings via the government website.
The clean-up operation at Camber started on Thursday, November 6, after the initial reports of bio-beads were made.
Southern Water has stated that it is highly likely that the beads came from their water treatment plant at Eastbourne.
Nurdle, a specialist company engaged by the council, has advised that the cleaning operation with their specialist equipment is most effective following spring tides, which occur twice a month.
Consequently, the operation will continue after each spring tide over the coming weeks and months, allowing for the maximum removal of remaining pellets, as well as any new batches that may wash ashore.
The council has reiterated the importance of public vigilance and support in reporting any further sightings.
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