In Odessa, active preparation for the bathing season of 2025 began. Divers are already working on the beaches, carefully inspecting the bottom to ensure the safety of vacationers. Preparation includes clearing from garbage and the detection of hazardous objects such as mines, the remains of whipped hostile "Shahmed" and other debris that can be a threat to humans.
After winter storms to the shores of Odessa can nail many different debris, including not only ordinary bottles and jars, but also other dangerous items. For example, this year divers are found at the bottom of the beaches of the spring of expander, parts of water bicycles, empty bags and rubber boots. All of these items can not only clog the water area, but also create a threat to holidaymakers, especially rusty sharp metal parts and broken glass.
Particular attention is paid to the detection of mines that can be brought to the beach during waves. It is known that not only the fragments of equipment, but also dangerous explosive objects can remain on the coast from the beginning of the war.
However, the question of whether the beaches will be officially opened this summer remain open. Cleaning the bottom and ensuring water safety is only part of the requirements. Another important condition is the presence of shelters near the beaches in case of air alarm or shelling. However, an important addition: this year, the nets that were to protect against mines were abandoned. It turned out that they are not able to effectively protect against drifting mines.
Given the mine and rocket danger that will remain the main threat to holidaymakers, Odessa still do not refuse to visit the beaches. Last year, despite the official closure of some beaches, they had no less people, and sometimes more than open ones.
By the beginning of May, divers should be completed by the water area for dangerous objects. Further, water samples will be transferred to biologists to check its quality. However, the City Hall has not yet made specific forecasts on how many beaches will be officially opened this summer.
Thus, although Odesa is preparing for the summer resort season, its opening and ensuring the safety of holidaymakers will depend on many factors, in particular - the situation at the front and the city's readiness to possible emergencies. Odol
