The Undersecretary of Water Resources of the province of Buenos Aires issued an orange alert for the presence of cyanobacteria in the coastal zone of the region. As reported, the most affected points are on the beaches of Berisso, Ensenada and Magdalena.
In this line, the authorities indicated that the orange alert is a medium risk in which the water looks bright green on the surface and on the sand. “Cyanobacteria accumulate in the water column or on the surface, but not in a continuous layer”they explained. In turn, they recommended avoiding contact with the green stains, washing with clean water in case of entering the river or lagoon, not eating food that comes from the body of water, and paying special attention to children and pets.
The most affected points are located on the coasts of Berissomore precisely in santiago river, White stickthe municipal beach Y the sloop. In Ensenada, in the sector of the pergola, viewpoint 2, Fishing Club and the Regatta Club. In cupcakemeanwhile, the warning applies to the area of the Magdalena Spa Y Atalaya Spa.
Cyanobacteria are organisms that They live in the water, which generally have a blue-green color, some species being harmful to people’s health..
Notably the most common effects they can cause in humans are vomiting, diarrhea, headache, skin allergies, or muscle weakness. In case of possible poisoning, you should go to a hospital immediately.
