Beaches are traditionally associated with relaxation, sunbathing and swimming in the sea. However, some carry deadly dangers! Let's talk about the most dangerous beaches in the world, which should be avoided by all lovers of sea holidays.
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Northern Sentinel: Aggressive Aborigines
North Sentinel, located in the Bay of Bengal, is home to one of the most isolated and aggressive tribes on the planet – the Sentinelese people. These people actively defend their territory from any outsiders and attack uninvited guests with bows and arrows. The Indian authorities strictly prohibit visiting this island to avoid bloodshed (as well as to protect the local population from external diseases, which the aborigines have never encountered).
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The Skeleton Coast in southern Africa: lions and sharks
The Skeleton Coast, located on the coast of Namibia, got its ominous name due to the large number of sunken ships and the remains of dead sailors. In addition to this gloomy history, the coast is dangerous due to the presence of wild animals: lions and hyenas, sharks in the coastal waters (in fact, they began to come here due to the large number of prey). Strong flows and large waves make swimming here extremely risky.
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Bikini: Nuclear Tests
Bikini Atoll, part of the Marshall Islands, is known for conducting US nuclear tests in the mid-20th century. The aftermath of these tests left the island with high levels of radiation, making it extremely dangerous to visit: despite the fact that the atoll's beaches look idyllic, radiation in the soil and water poses a serious threat to health.
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Staites in the UK: Contamination and Infections
Staites Beach in the UK is heavily polluted, with industrial waste and sewage leading to extremely high levels of toxic substances in the water. Swimming in such conditions can cause serious infections and skin diseases, local authorities do not recommend visiting this beach, especially for children and people with weakened immunity, and swimming is out of the question.
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Poche Beach, California: An Environmental Disaster
Poche Beach in California is dangerous due to frequent oil spills and sewage pollution. This makes the water unsafe for swimming, and the coast is dangerous for walking due to sharp objects and garbage thrown ashore. Even a short stay on this beach can lead to serious health problems!
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Fraser Island in Australia: poisonous jellyfish
One of the largest sandy islands in the world, Fraser Island is famous for its beautiful beaches and crystal clear waters. However, swimming here is associated with a huge risk due to the presence of the most poisonous jellyfish - box jellyfish and irukandji: their bites can cause severe pain, and in some cases death. The period from November to May is considered especially dangerous for swimming due to the increase in the number of jellyfish.
