Venice Grand Canal Turns A Shocking Green
29 MAY, 2023
Amrutha Pagad
Video: Adhya Moona
Venice is known as the city of canals. But lately, the canals have made headlines for all the not-so-picturesque reasons.
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On Sunday morning, Venetian authorities discovered a mysterious patch of fluorescent green water in the Grand Canal.
mysterious GREEN PATCH
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Veneto regional president Luca Zaia wrote on Twitter saying that an urgent meeting has been called to investigate the matter.
investigation underway
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It remains unknown how the green patch came to be. Water samples have been collected, and local gondolier pilots and boat drivers have been questioned.
origins unknown
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The city councilman Andrea Pegoraro immediately blamed environmental groups; but none have claimed responsibility so far.
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There is speculation on whether it is due to algae or the release of some illegal substance into the canal.
speculation rife
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It is not the first time the canal waters have turned green. In 1968, an Argentine artist dyed the waters green to raise awareness about environmental issues.
1968 incident
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The green patch isn't the only thing ailing Venice's canals. Earlier this year, parts of the canal went dry due to lack of rain and low tide.
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The colour incident comes as Venice is celebrating Vogalonga boat event.