Mysterious New Lake
4 posters
Page 1 of 1
Mysterious New Lake
by Rogue Fri Aug 01, 2014 5:10 am
Shepherds discover mysterious new lake in Gafsa, Tunisia but is the water radioactive?
AUGUST 01, 2014 4:54PM
A LAKE that mysteriously appeared in a drought-stricken region of Tunisia last month is being hailed as a miracle by locals but may in fact be radioactive.
Local shepherds discovered the large body of water along the Om Larayes Rd, about 25km from the southern Tunisian city of Gafsa, about three weeks ago, FRANCE24 reports.
Since then, hundreds of people have flocked to the oasis-like formation dubbed “Lac de Gafsa” or Gafsa Beach. Families swim there, youths leap from surrounding rocks into its clear waters and the curious — and the cautious — come equipped with scuba gear.
“Some say that it is a miracle, while others are calling it a curse,” FRANCE24’s Tunisian correspondent Lakhdar Souid said.
Authorities have offered no official explanation for the lake’s origins but local geologists believe seismic activity may have upset the water table and caused groundwater to rise to the surface.
Two weeks after the lake was discovered, Gafsa’s Office of Public Safety warned Tunisians that it was dangerous and not suitable for swimming in.
The region is rich in phosphate — and heavily mined for it — and there are fears the water is contaminated or even radioactive.
“But since there was no official ban on swimming in the lake, Tunisians continue to do so,” Mr Souid said.
“News of the lake’s appearance has spread like wildfire and now hundreds of people, eager to escape a heatwave, go there to swim. While the origins of this lake remains a mystery, our biggest concern right now is the quality of the water.
“This region is overflowing with large deposits of phosphate, which can leave behind radioactive residue so there is a real risk that this water is contaminated and carcinogenic (but) there is no security of any kind.”
Worryingly, the colour of lake, which is estimated to be between 18 and 20 metres deep has changed from a clear, turquoise blue in the first few days to a slightly murky green.
“The site is certainly stunning and there are many large rocks perfect for diving but it has become infested with green algae, meaning that the water is stagnant and conducive to diseases,” Mr Souid said.
Despite the government warnings, more than 600 people have already taken a dip at Gasfa Beach, which now has its own Facebook page.
http://www.news.com.au/national/shepherds-discover-mysterious-new-lake-in-gafsa-tunisia-but-is-the-water-radioactive/story-e6frfkp9-1227010432734
AUGUST 01, 2014 4:54PM
A LAKE that mysteriously appeared in a drought-stricken region of Tunisia last month is being hailed as a miracle by locals but may in fact be radioactive.
Local shepherds discovered the large body of water along the Om Larayes Rd, about 25km from the southern Tunisian city of Gafsa, about three weeks ago, FRANCE24 reports.
Since then, hundreds of people have flocked to the oasis-like formation dubbed “Lac de Gafsa” or Gafsa Beach. Families swim there, youths leap from surrounding rocks into its clear waters and the curious — and the cautious — come equipped with scuba gear.
“Some say that it is a miracle, while others are calling it a curse,” FRANCE24’s Tunisian correspondent Lakhdar Souid said.
Authorities have offered no official explanation for the lake’s origins but local geologists believe seismic activity may have upset the water table and caused groundwater to rise to the surface.
Two weeks after the lake was discovered, Gafsa’s Office of Public Safety warned Tunisians that it was dangerous and not suitable for swimming in.
The region is rich in phosphate — and heavily mined for it — and there are fears the water is contaminated or even radioactive.
“But since there was no official ban on swimming in the lake, Tunisians continue to do so,” Mr Souid said.
“News of the lake’s appearance has spread like wildfire and now hundreds of people, eager to escape a heatwave, go there to swim. While the origins of this lake remains a mystery, our biggest concern right now is the quality of the water.
“This region is overflowing with large deposits of phosphate, which can leave behind radioactive residue so there is a real risk that this water is contaminated and carcinogenic (but) there is no security of any kind.”
Worryingly, the colour of lake, which is estimated to be between 18 and 20 metres deep has changed from a clear, turquoise blue in the first few days to a slightly murky green.
“The site is certainly stunning and there are many large rocks perfect for diving but it has become infested with green algae, meaning that the water is stagnant and conducive to diseases,” Mr Souid said.
Despite the government warnings, more than 600 people have already taken a dip at Gasfa Beach, which now has its own Facebook page.
http://www.news.com.au/national/shepherds-discover-mysterious-new-lake-in-gafsa-tunisia-but-is-the-water-radioactive/story-e6frfkp9-1227010432734
Rogue- Posts : 37277
Join date : 2014-06-12
Location : Next to the Sandgroper
Re: Mysterious New Lake
by Agartha Fri Aug 01, 2014 5:46 am
OMG The syncs!! I spent 2 hours last night talking to somebody about his trip to Tunisia!!!
Agartha- Admin
- Posts : 28871
Join date : 2014-06-10
Location : Behind you.
Re: Mysterious New Lake
by X Fri Aug 01, 2014 7:10 am
Miracles lay before you...will you recognize them?
X- Posts : 3693
Join date : 2014-06-10
Re: Mysterious New Lake
by Agartha Fri Aug 01, 2014 8:33 am
Captain Jack wrote:Miracles lay before you...will you recognize them?
OMG Whitty........with the last couple of weeks I had I am now a total believer.........I am a believer!!!
Agartha- Admin
- Posts : 28871
Join date : 2014-06-10
Location : Behind you.
X- Posts : 3693
Join date : 2014-06-10
Re: Mysterious New Lake
by Lenzabi Sat Aug 02, 2014 6:37 pm
The green color means that algae is alive in that lake.
Lenzabi- Admin
- Posts : 2447
Join date : 2014-06-11
Age : 60
Location : Earth
Similar topics» Lake Over Turn in Africa Kills many...
» The Lost World Of Lake Vostok...
» Salt Lake City's first gay mayor
» Mysterious FRB's
» Mysterious Photos
» The Lost World Of Lake Vostok...
» Salt Lake City's first gay mayor
» Mysterious FRB's
» Mysterious Photos
Page 1 of 1
Permissions in this forum:
You cannot reply to topics in this forum