The spread of the coronavirus is affecting the entire world, and difficult times lie ahead. However, as people's movement decreases, many cities are experiencing a significant reduction in their environmental issues.
Venice, one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world, is a prime example. As a side effect of the strict quarantine faced by Italians, the city's canals now have clear water, the likes of which have not been seen in a long time. Numerous boats and gondolas used to navigate these waterways daily.
Local residents are surprised to see that the water flowing through the city is no longer murky. It is even possible to see fish in the canals. Photos shared on Facebook highlight the contrast between the water the world used to know and the reality Venetians are witnessing today – canals with crystal-clear water.
Pollution has also decreased drastically in northern Italy. Satellite imagery from the European Space Agency's (ESA) Copernicus program shows a significant drop in the concentration of nitrogen dioxide (NO2), a key marker of air pollution.
Via CicloVivo.
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This article was written by Natasha Olsen. The translation is powered by AI.
