Red water in KZN tidal pool no cause for concern
It emerged that a biodegradable chemical was used by a local contractor performing a flood test at a nearby apartment.
Beachgoers arrived to find a bright red tidal pool on Thursday morning.
The bright red water in Grannies Pool in Ballito caused some alarm on Thursday morning – but fears that the water had been poisoned were quickly dispelled.
According to Ballito UIP operational manager, Dieter Fittkau, the chemical which was non-toxic and biodegradable was used by a local contractor who was performing a flood test at a residential apartment located off the Ballito promenade, reports North Coast Courier.
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However, KDM’s head lifeguard Bongani Xulu said companies had a responsibility to dispose of chemicals responsibly, as many people are not aware of what a storm-water drain is, or where the water ends up.
“It’s important for people to know that it is illegal to discharge any substances into the municipality’s storm-water system.
“Pollutants that go into storm-water system end up in the ocean and can affect coastal water quality,” said Xulu.
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