Despite the algae slime and cloudy beaches, many vacationers continue to enjoy their stay in Croatia. However, authorities warn of health risks.
Croatia’s coastal regions are currently struggling with algae sludge that is making the water cloudy and brown. Particularly affected are the beaches in front of Pula. Authorities warn of health risks.
Authorities warn of potential health risks
THE “Crown Newspaper” reports that the mixture of algae and mud is caused by high temperatures and excess nutrients, such as fertilizers and sewage.
Local authorities advise avoiding water for the time being and, if necessary, taking a large shower after bathing. Health risks cannot be ruled out at this time.
How “Infovrsar“ reports that in most cases sea flowers are harmless and non-toxic. However, if most of the floods are caused by certain harmful organisms, algae blooms can also be dangerous for humans.
Croatian holidaymakers enjoy seaside holiday despite warnings
Environmental authorities are working hard to resolve the problem and contain the spread of algae. Despite the restrictions, many beachgoers continue to enjoy their vacation.
Videos on TikTok show some holidaymakers are disappointed by the bathing conditions but are not discouraged from swimming in the sea.
Croatia has been struggling with “sea snot” for months.
It has been spreading for a few months now Algae blooms on Croatian beacheswhich are also described on social media as “sea snot”. One holidaymaker told the “Crown Newspaper“By late June, he said his search for a spot where the water wasn’t covered in mats of algae had been unsuccessful.
The layer generally feels unpleasant on the skin. After all, the sea full of algae can shine interestingly at night.
Algae blooms are spreading across the Caribbean and Adriatic
Already in 2023, the “daily news“by the increase in algae accumulations, probably caused by climate change. Particularly affected are the Caribbean, where algae carpets are partly visible from space.
But massive algae blooms also occurred in holiday resorts on the Adriatic, especially in the Gulf of Trieste, Ravenna, Rimini and Ancona, the “Kronen Zeitung” reports.