Sewage overflow pollutes sea at Moni amid ongoing desalination plant plans
An ongoing sewage overflow is currently polluting the sea at Moni, prompting serious concerns from the local community and environmental activists. The Moni sewage treatment plant, overwhelmed by redirected waste from the non-operational Vati plant and tourist influx during the summer, has been discharging untreated sewage into the sea. This pollution has reached local beaches, causing health issues and environmental damage.
Moni community leaders have documented the spill and demanded action, highlighting that the sewage is contaminating the same seawater planned to be desalinated and supplied to Limassol households from a new nearby plant in Monagroulli. Environmental groups warn this ongoing pollution violates EU directives and threatens marine ecosystems and public health. Although authorities have initiated investigations, no immediate solution or deadline has been announced.
Local officials plan further water testing and are considering legal action against the government due to inadequate responses. The community fears the persistent pollution will deter tourists and degrade the region's natural resources, stressing the urgent need for effective sewage management and treatment upgrades in Limassol’s sewerage infrastructure.
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