Yatağan Blue Lake, also known as Küldağı Lake, has a beauty that fascinates those who see it with its eye-catching turquoise color. However, behind this fascinating color lies a serious danger. Located in Yatağan district of Muğla, Blue Lake has become the center of attention of local and foreign tourists. It is the center of attention of nature photographers and landscape lovers with its unique color.
Kapubağ Village of YatağanTo reach this lake located in , you have to pass the village and climb the mountain behind it. Although the road is a bit rough and dirt, it is possible to reach the lake easily. The ash lake, which sometimes turns green and blue at different times, is surrounded by wire fences to prevent citizens from approaching the lake shore, as it poses a health risk.
Why Blue Lake is Dangerous
Yatağan Blue Lakeoperating in Yatağan for 35 years thermal reactorash waste from coal in one kilometer away Kapubağ DistrictIt was formed by spilling into the countryside of . It is a structure formed as a result of rainwater accumulation over the years. However, this product is dangerous due to the chemicals it contains. Swimming in the pond is strictly prohibited.
The view of the Blue Lake is different from the tropical Maldives or the Gulf of Gökova; Although it is visually attractive, the danger within it is revealed. At the bottom of the lake, used for cleaning chimneys. poisonous liquids by pressing with pipes acid ponds created. Because, Contact with water is life-threatening; In fact, animals can die instantly due to the water drunk from here. This beauty is like a trap, it attracts people to itself, but it actually carries a mortal danger.
In 1993, for the purpose of storing the ash and slag resulting from the combustion of coal. ash storage field has been put into operation. This area was chosen as a suitable area for ash storage because it is located close to the power plant and its ground has impermeable properties. Over time, a pond was formed in the southern part of the ash storage area as a result of the ash mixed with water and sprinkled.
Until a few years ago it was possible to reach the lake directly and around it “It is forbidden to enter the lake” There were warning signs. However, in recent years, the lake’s surroundings have been completely protected and surrounded by wires.
