The Sarandí stream in Buenos Aires, Argentina, turned bright red on Thursday for unknown reasons, raising concerns among authorities and residents. The waterway, which flows into the Río de la Plata, is under investigation to determine the cause.
The Sarandí stream is a tributary of the Río de la Plata, a major river estuary bordering Argentina and Uruguay. Residents first noticed the unusual discoloration in the morning, prompting local authorities to analyze water samples.
Officials have not confirmed the cause. The discoloration remains unexplained, and investigations are ongoing. Authorities have yet to determine if the water poses any risk to the public or the environment.
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