Czechia sees increase in swimming bans due to bacteria growth

The number of locations with swimming bans has increased in Czechia. At least ten popular sites across the country are now affected, including the Orlík Reservoir at Podolsko in South Bohemia. The bans, imposed by health authorities, are primarily due to the proliferation of cyanobacteria in the hot weather, which can cause allergic reactions and other health issues. While some locations have seen improvements in water quality, experts advise caution wherever and whenever people seek relief from the heat in natural water bodies.