Strange Foam and Dead Fish Close Beaches in South Australia; Surfers Report Illness
Two South Australian beaches are closed after surfers fell ill and unusual foam and dead fish washed ashore, suspected to be caused by a microalgal bloom.
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Following the closure of Waitpinga and Parsons Beaches in South Australia, surfers reported symptoms such as sore eyes, sore throats, and coughing. Officials linked these issues to a microalgal bloom possibly caused by recent hot weather conditions. As marine scientists conduct tests on the foam, concerns about human and environmental health are rising. The Department for Environment and Water has ordered the temporary closure of the beaches and placed warning signs regarding possible health risks associated with the algal bloom.
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Surfers have reported symptoms such as sore eyes, sore throats, and coughing.
The microalgal bloom is suspected to have been triggered by unusual weather conditions, possibly recent hot weather.
Waitpinga and Parsons Beaches are closed until at least March 21, 2025, due to the algal bloom, with the possibility of an extension.
The Department for Environment and Water has ordered the temporary closure of the beaches and placed warning signs regarding possible health risks associated with the algal bloom.
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