Residents of Haifa reported a strong sewage smell and abnormal discharge into the sea at Bat Galim beach for the second time in a week, according to N12. The Haifa municipality and Mei Carmel water corporation are investigating the incident.
This morning, Haifa residents reported abnormal sewage flow into the sea at Bat Galim beach, accompanied by a strong foul smell, according to N12. The incident marks the second such report in a week. The Haifa municipality and Mei Carmel water corporation stated they are investigating the event.
The incident comes amid a broader pattern of water quality concerns across Israeli beaches this summer. The Zioneer has previously reported on multiple pollution warnings: abnormal water sampling results in northern rivers (July 7), a diesel spill at the Kinneret's Lido beach (June 17), and Health Ministry advisories for beaches in Bat Yam, Tel Aviv, and the north. No immediate health warnings have been issued for Bat Galim beach, but the investigation is ongoing. Further details on the source and extent of the pollution are not yet available.
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