Summary:
Cabanas Velhas and Boca do Rio beaches reopened for swimming after cleaning efforts.
Martinhal beach remains closed due to ongoing pollution cleanup.
Crude oil presence detected led to initial beach closures.
Manual cleaning proved effective at Cabanas Velhas and Boca do Rio.
The source of the crude oil pollution is still unknown.
Beaches Reopened
Authorities have authorized swimming again at Cabanas Velhas and Boca do Rio beaches in Algarve, following the removal of previous restrictions due to crude oil presence. However, Martinhal beach remains closed due to ongoing pollution concerns.
Background of the Situation
The beaches of Cabanas Velhas and Boca do Rio were closed to swimming on Sunday after crude oil was detected, impacting bathing waters. The decision to extend the ban to Martinhal beach came from the Regional Health Delegate of Algarve.
Cleaning Efforts
According to Hugo da Guia, the Port Captain of Lagos, after manual cleaning efforts, monitoring over the past 36 hours showed no remaining pollution at Cabanas Velhas and Boca do Rio, leading to the lifting of restrictions. Meanwhile, at Martinhal, heavy machinery is being used for cleaning as manual efforts were not feasible, with the municipality of Vila do Bispo contracting a company for this work.
Ongoing Investigation
The source of the pollution that prompted the beach closures remains unknown.
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