The coastal area of the Egyptian resort of Hurghada was flooded with dead fish. Experts from the Association for the Preservation of the Environment have found that the mass death of fish is caused by one of the most deadly poisons in the world – cyanide. In addition, experts warned that the poisoned water could pose a threat to tourists and divers bathing.
According to local media, citing a statement by Mahmoud Hanafi, many dead sea creatures were found near the islands of Big and Small Magavish and Fanadir, where divers are willing to dive. In addition, experts said that coral reefs died as a result of cyanide poisoning.
According to the results of the investigation, it turned out that the poisonous substance could be used by fishermen. According to experts, cyanide is used by Egyptian prospectors to extract gold and silver from ores, so the clues should be sought in areas of gold mining in the south.
According to Hanafi, the use of this prohibited and criminal method of fishing with poison has disastrous consequences, because it has a very harmful effect on the environment as it destroys everything in its path. Marine animals, corals and numerous tourists and divers were at risk. The toxic substance has a detrimental effect on human health and is the cause of serious diseases. Dangerous actions of fishermen not only endangered the lives of tourists and locals, but also damaged the reputation of Egypt as a resort.