WARNINGS to keep out of the water at two popular East Lothian beaches remain in place.

The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) and East Lothian Council urged people not to bathe or paddle at Yellowcraig, near Dirleton, and also at Broadsands, east of Yellowcraig, on Saturday.

Those warnings have been repeated following “a high bacterial result” at the two areas.

A spokesperson for SEPA said the findings came as a result of analysis of routine samples.

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They said: “We are temporarily advising against bathing and paddling as a precautionary measure while we investigate.

“SEPA are currently investigating the cause of this high result and if required we will explore any mitigation measures.

“Further water samples will be taken from the bathing water to determine any on-going impact.

“Signage has been posted to advise against bathing, which will remain in place until the water quality returns to a satisfactory level.

“SEPA are liaising closely with East Lothian Council and Scottish Water, and we will continue to work together to monitor the situation.”

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On Saturday, it was said that the incident was expected to last for three days and authorities were working together to investigate the solution.

The warning comes less than a month after a similar message was issued at Fisherrow Sands.

Signs were put up warning people to keep out of the water due to the potential impact on health.