28 May 2012 Last updated at 11:19 ET <\/p>\n
Stretches of algae, which can give off an unpleasant smell, have been reported on some Denbighshire beaches. <\/p>\n
The local authority said the non-toxic marine algal blooms were affecting the north Wales coast. <\/p>\n
In windy conditions the phaeocystis algae - not uncommon in spring and early summer - appears as foam, but looks oily in calm weather. <\/p>\n
The council said it smells like cabbage when it is dying. Although not dangerous, contact should be avoided. <\/p>\n
Earlier this month, similar algae washed up on beaches in Swansea and Pembrokeshire was mistaken for raw sewage. <\/p>\n
Following that incident, Environment Agency Wales said it could cause mild skin irritation if handled, and contact should be avoided. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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