The great danger approaching Istanbul was seen like this underwater.

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It has been observed that the dangerous development, which is not visible above the water at Değirmendere beach in Gölcük, is spreading step by step under the water.

COVERED THE MUSSELS

It was noted that the mucilage, which is intensely observed in the depth range of 0-20 meters and harms many marine creatures, has trapped jellyfish in the pelagic area and covered the mussels.

THE SYMBOL OF THE REGION IS DYING

Underwater examinations in the region revealed that seahorses, considered symbolic creatures in the area, are negatively affected and are fighting for survival due to pollution.

NOTHING LIKE FANTASY MOVIES

The images revealed by the mucilage, which envelops underwater animals like a spider web, resembled scenes from fantasy movies.

REPORTS INCREASED

The Mucilage Science and Technical Committee, established within the scope of the Marmara Sea Action Plan, convened last week under the chairmanship of Deputy Minister of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Fatma Varank. In her opening speech at the meeting, Deputy Minister Varank stated that they have received reports of mucilage from the Marmara Sea, saying, "Recently, there have been reports to the Ministry from scientists and fishermen regarding the formation of mucilage at depths ranging from 5 to 25 meters on the surface of the Marmara Sea."

Since it is necessary to take action quickly, we are gathered to evaluate the issue with our Science Committee members. It has been observed that the advanced biological wastewater treatment facilities that need to be established have not been built, and the rate of conversion to advanced treatment has remained limited so far, with very little reduction in the nitrogen-phosphorus pollution load discharged into the Marmara Sea."