A colorful natural phenomenon is currently taking place on the Hawaiian island of Maui. The Kelia pond in the nature reserve of the same name shines in bright pink.
According to authorities, the cause of the color spectacle is still unclear, but test results would indicate bacteria.
Double the salt content
The special microorganisms therefore live in extremely salty environments. According to the authority, the lake’s salinity is currently twice that of the sea.
Extreme drought
The reason for this is probably the extreme drought that has plagued Maui since June; Large parts of Hawaii have been in drought since June.
In August, devastating forest and forest fires raged in several places on Maui, killing more than 100 people and destroying 2,200 buildings.
Source: Krone
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