Thursday, August 29, 2024 Volos, a popular tourist destination in Greece, has been struck by an environmental disaster as millions of dead fish have washed up along its coastline, creating an overwhelming stench and forcing holidaymakers to stay indoors. The port city, known for its picturesque views and vibrant tourist spots, now finds itself grappling with the aftermath of this crisis, as authorities race to clean up the mess and prevent further damage to the local environment and economy. The incident in Volos began when an alarming number of dead fish started appearing along the city’s coastline and in the Pagasetic Gulf, a major tourist hotspot in the region.
By the time authorities were alerted, the situation had already spiraled out of control, with the city’s port covered in fish carcasses, and the stench spreading to nearby restaurants and hotels. City council member Stelios Limnios described the scale of the disaster: “It spans kilometres. It’s not just along the coast, but also in the centre of the Pagasetic Gulf.
” The sheer volume of dead fish has overwhelmed local resources, prompting an urgent response from both local authorities and residents. On Tuesday alone, an estimated 57 tonnes of dead fish were removed from the port area, with trawlers continuing the cleanup effort throughout Wednesday. Despite these efforts, large quantities of fish remain in the water, threatening to exacerbate the already dire situation.
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