The increase in sea temperature in the district has drawn attention to the density of algae in the sea. In some areas, the sea color turned red and yellow, and this color change was captured by a drone.
According to Istanbul University Faculty of Aquatic Sciences Professor Dr. Meriç Albay, the change in sea color in Büyükçekmece may be due to a local waste input. Professor Albay stated that with the increase in water temperature, pollution sources such as nitrogen and phosphorus combined, causing an increase in algae.
Boat owner Murat Kömürcü said that he had not encountered such a situation before and expressed concern about the image.
In recent days, there has been an increase in algae density in the sea, leading to a change in sea color to red and yellow in some areas of the district. Istanbul University Faculty of Aquatic Sciences Professor Dr. Meriç Albay stated that this change in color may be due to a local waste input, causing concern among locals and experts.
Professor Albay explained that the increase in water temperature, combined with pollution sources such as nitrogen and phosphorus, can lead to an increase in algae. Boat owner Murat Kömürcü expressed concern over the situation, stating that he had not seen anything like it before.
The intriguing visuals captured by a drone show the color change in the sea, raising awareness about environmental issues in the region. With experts monitoring the situation closely, further investigations are expected to determine the exact cause of the algae increase and the color change in the sea. Residents and authorities are urged to take necessary steps to address pollution sources and protect the marine environment.
