Cyanobacteria, once classified as plants, are in fact living organisms belonging to the kingdom of bacteria. Unfortunately, the time of year when cyanobacteria bloom is the summer holiday period. Tourists coming to the seaside can recognize their presence by the green color of the water and the characteristic coats created by cyanobacteria growing on the reservoir. They can also look like fatty substances that float in water.
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Dangerous for man
Certain types of cyanobacteria are extremely dangerous to humans. They can cause damage to organs and organs such as the liver and kidneys, and also contribute to the development of cancer. They also affect the nervous system and irritate the skin.
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Exceptionally profuse blooms of cyanobacteria
As for the blooms of cyanobacteria, this year's holidays are exceptionally abundant. Such a large number of microorganisms has not been observed for over a decade. Even then, however, the bathing areas were closed for only three days - this is usually enough for the blue-green algae carried by the current to move away to another place. This year, the troublesome presence of aquatic visitors has lasted for over a week.
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Tilting at windmills
Trying to fix the problem is like fighting windmills. Any chemicals that could kill would also absorb the toxins into the water.
The fate of cyanobacteria depends on the weather conditions. The change in the direction of the water currents, as well as the intensity of the wind, cause the organisms to split and blur. The natural water exchange in the sea will have a similar effect. Experts predict that it may take up to several weeks.
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Where are you not getting a bath?
Currently, individual bathing areas are closed in Mechelinki, Gdynia, Sopot, Gdańsk, Jastarnia, Karwienskie Błota Drugie, Lubków, and also in Hel.
