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Nile Delta algae impact Israeli plants
A widespread proliferation of microalgae along the Israeli coast of the Mediterranean has temporarily disrupted five major seawater desalination plants, raising concerns about drinking water supplies. Some plants have begun gradually resuming operations, while only one was operating at full capacity as of today, Thursday. It is believed that the algae have migrated from the Nile Delta in Egypt to the Israeli coast via ocean currents. This contamination can lead to filter blockages and reduced efficiency of the desalination stations, necessitating a reduction in production or temporary shutdowns. To compensate for the shortages, additional resources from Lake Tiberias and underground aquifers have been used, and short-term restrictions on water use have been imposed in some cities. There are warnings that this phenomenon may become more frequent as sea temperatures rise and climate change progresses—posing a significant challenge for Israel, which heavily depends on seawater desalination.
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