Israel: Sea of Galilee Turns Blood Red Due to Green Microalga Botryococcus braunii, Authorities Say Laboratory Testing Found No Health Risk (See Photos and Videos)
Multiple videos and photos surfaced online showing that the water in the Sea of Galilee, also called Kinneret, was turning red. Water Authority experts confirmed the phenomenon was caused by the green microalga Botryococcus braunii, which secretes a harmless red pigment under intense sunlight. They also said that laboratory testing of the water found no health risks.
A video going viral on social media shows the Sea of Galilee in Israel turning blood red amid an algae bloom. However, officials said that it is safe. Multiple videos and photos surfaced online showing that the water in the Sea of Galilee, also called Kinneret, was turning red. Water Authority experts confirmed the phenomenon was caused by the green microalga Botryococcus braunii, which secretes a harmless red pigment under intense sunlight. They also said that laboratory testing of the water found no health risks, with the water declared safe for swimming. While many drew the Sea of Galilee turning red to biblical plagues, officials confirmed that the effect was purely natural and benign. Suleiman Al-Obeid Dies: ‘Palestinian Pele’ Killed at 41 Years of Age During Israel’s Attack on Gaza, Mohamed Salah Reacts to Tragic News.
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