The municipal administration of Riva del Garda wanted to reassure the population regarding the discoloration of the lake water, which had been reported with concern by some citizens. According to their statement, it is simply sand.
The phenomenon is known and not uncommon, especially in recent days. The presence of a cyclone from the North Atlantic draws warm currents from the Sahara Desert, which bring with them large amounts of desert dust. These particles have been collected and conveyed into the lake by the rain.
To confirm this explanation and further reassure the population, the councillor for urban quality, Luca Grazioli, and a municipal technician conducted an on-site inspection. The result confirmed that the substance present in the water of Lake Garda is indeed sand.
According to Councillor Grazioli, this is a completely natural phenomenon and experts say it poses no health risks. Furthermore, it is not caused by climate change but is a relatively frequent situation that also occurred in previous years. This phenomenon affects not only Italy but also all of Central Europe. It is expected to decrease significantly starting from tomorrow, Monday.
In conclusion, the discoloration of Lake Garda’s water due to the presence of sand is a natural and temporary phenomenon that poses no health risks. The municipal administration of Riva del Garda has carefully monitored the situation and provided reassurances to the population.
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