Alarm in Cottbus: toxic blue algae discovered in swimming lakes!

Alarm in Cottbus: toxic blue algae discovered in swimming lakes!

In the bathing waters of Branitzer and Madlower See near Cottbus, there are alarming news: After extensive laboratory analyzes, toxic blue algae have been detected. The city of Cottbus urgently warns of swimming and splashing in these lakes and recommends keeping dogs away from water and shores, since the animals are also endangered by the toxins. This measure is considered particularly important, since contact with the toxic cyanobacteria nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, skin irritation and allergic reactions can cause how n-tv.de reported.

These dangerous blue algae, which appear in the water as blue-green streaks and make the water appear cloudy, multiply especially at high temperatures. Current weather conditions in the region, in particular high temperatures in June and July, could have favored the excessive growth of the cyanobacteria. The health department is currently examining why algae growth still occurs despite the cooler weather. In the rehearsals, which are routinely removed, the genres that form dangerous toxins could be explained lr-online.de.

environment and health in focus

blue algae are not real algae, but cyanobacteria that occur in almost all waters worldwide. Under certain conditions, such as during the summer months, when there are windless and quiet water, they can form dangerous flowers. These flowers are not only unsightly, but also a health danger, as reported by the pharmacies Umschau. Particularly sensitive groups, such as pregnant women, immunocompromised people and children, should be particularly careful when touched with the toxic substances and, if there are first symptoms such as nausea, see a doctor as soon as possible.

The dangers are not only limited to humans. Pets, especially dogs, can also take serious damage by drinking contaminated water. Dog owners are therefore well advised to make sure that their four -legged friends avoid the lake. The toxins produced by these bacteria can lead to serious health problems in animals. The city of Cottbus also warned that other animals such as cattle and ducks are also exposed to similar risks.

further developments in the region

in the area is also advisable in the Hohenjesarscher See in Alt Zeschdorf from the bathing, and in Lake Groß Glienicker, a development of blue algae is expected. In the Ruppiner See, on the other hand, there was initially suspicion of blue algae, but the all -clear has now been given here. The danger seems to be banned for the time being, and Baden can take place again without hesitation.

The fact that blue algae occur in our waters so often is not least due to climate change, which leads to the symptoms and occurrence of the cyanobacteria earlier and more often. It becomes clear: a good hand when dealing with our waters is more than ever in demand so that the bathing lakes can continue to remain a place of relaxation in the future.