Bathing ban in the Juessee: Dangerously high blue-green algae concentration!

Bathing ban in the Juessee: Dangerously high blue-green algae concentration!

in the Juessee in Herzberg am Harz, directly in the district of Göttingen, a bathing ban was imposed after an increased concentration of blue algae was determined. According to Goettingen.de , the health department of the city and the district of Göttingen immediately reacted to the lake except for further. This decision is urgently necessary because blue -green algae produce poisonous substances that can cause serious health symptoms - from vomiting and diarrhea to shortness of breath to shortness of breath.

Children and toddlers who come into contact with these toxic waters are particularly at risk. But the topic does not only affect the very small ones: dogs and other warm -blooded animals are also threatened by the blue algae. The city of Herzberg am Harz and the State Health Office (NLGA) were informed about the Situation, and a clear warning is established on the Juessee.

Health risks through cyanobacteria

cyanobacteria, also known as blue algae, are not just a seasonal phenomenon. In the bathing season, they represent a serious health danger. How "https://www.umweltbundeamt.de/monitoring-zur-das/handlungsfelder/Gesundheit/ge-i/indikator"> Environmental Bundesamt.de reports, the poisonous substances that are produced by these microorganisms can lead to serious health damage, in particular Small children. Symptoms such as skin irritation or gastrointestinal diseases are also caused by other pathogenic bacteria, but the presence of cyanobacteria has a special warning level.

In order to improve the water quality and minimize the dangers, some conditions are important. The nutrient status of the waters plays a crucial role, especially the concentration of phosphorus, which can limit the growth of cyanobacteria. In less loaded waters, these microbes can compete with other aquatic plants and phytoplankton.

The situation on the Juessee

This situation could be further exacerbated by climate change, which could also negatively influence the water quality in standing waters. According to the monitoring data, satellite images do not show any clear trends, but the number of loaded lakes can increase in hot summers. In 2018, for example, there were particularly favorable conditions for the growth of cyanobacteria.

The city administration of Herzberg am Harz has now taken measures to inform the public about the dangers. The warning signs at the Juessee are not only a request for caution, but also an urgent appeal to the citizens of protecting themselves and their animals from health risks. In view of the reactionary measures, the city is prepared to continuously monitor the situation and to communicate any developments.

The city's contact points are available for further information or questions. The citizens' office is open every day to hear the concerns of the population. The opening times are from Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., and contact can also be made by phone at 05521 852 852 or via the online booking function, as on Herzberg.de