Health authorities hit out at false depiction of seawater contamination
'The use of such imagery may therefore create an inaccurate impression of the circumstances being investigated'
The Superintendence of Public Health has hit out at a photo carried on a Sunday newspaper purporting to show a source of seawater contamination, and urged the public to seek information from official sources.
"The image featured on the front page of today's edition of Illum newspaper in relation to bathing water quality does not depict any contamination source that has been identified during the investigations carried out by the competent authorities. The use of such imagery may therefore create an inaccurate impression of the circumstances being investigated," the superintendence said.
It pointed out that the Environmental Health Directorate operates a comprehensive, evidence-based bathing water monitoring programme throughout the bathing season. Regular sampling and testing are undertaken in accordance with established scientific and regulatory standards to ensure that the public can safely enjoy Malta’s bathing waters.
People were encouraged to enjoy Malta's bathing waters during the summer months while taking sensible precautions to protect their health and by remaining informed through official channels.
"Members of the public are advised not to rely on unverified reports, social media speculation, or unofficial sources that may not accurately reflect the situation on the ground," the superintendence said