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Mysterious Fluorescent Green Color Takes Over Venice's Main Canal, Investigation Underway

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Dil Bar Irshad
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Venice's waters turn green due to an unknown substance near the Rialto Bridge, in Venice, Italy in this handout image released May 28, 2023.
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Image Credit: Vigili del Fuoco/Handout via REUTERS

Authorities work to identify the cause behind the unexpected change in water color.

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The main canal in Venice experienced an unusual phenomenon on Sunday as its waters turned fluorescent green near the iconic Rialto bridge. Authorities are now striving to determine the cause behind this sudden change, as reported by Italy's fire department. Samples of the altered waters have been submitted to the regional environmental protection agency for analysis. The agency is diligently working to identify the substance responsible for the striking color transformation, according to a tweet from the fire department.

 An emergency meeting was called to study the incident and potential countermeasures.

In response to the incident, the Venice prefect has swiftly called for an emergency meeting of police forces. The purpose of this meeting is to understand the nature of the occurrence and explore potential countermeasures. Ansa news agency has reported on the urgency surrounding this meeting, highlighting the need for immediate action. This incident bears resemblance to recent events in Italy where environmental groups have resorted to coloring monuments as a form of protest. For instance, in Rome, activists used vegetable charcoal to turn the waters of the Trevi Fountain black, symbolizing their opposition to fossil fuels. However, unlike those instances, no activist group has come forward to claim responsibility for the unexpected green transformation in Venice's main canal.

The mysterious nature of the incident has raised curiosity and concern among residents and visitors alike. Venice, renowned for its picturesque canals, attracts millions of tourists each year. The city's delicate ecosystem and historical significance make it imperative to swiftly address any environmental disruptions. Efforts are underway to determine the source of the unusual coloring and its potential impact on the aquatic ecosystem. Authorities and environmental experts are working hand in hand to investigate the matter thoroughly, ensuring the preservation of Venice's natural beauty and the well-being of its inhabitants.

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