A growing problem on the beaches
The beaches of the Costa Brava are facing an alarming increase in boats that ignore the safety zones. This situation has been brought to light by the user @albertdmcat on his social network, where he shared an image of a boat that crossed the limit of the buoys without permission, endangering the lives of bathers.
Incidents and reactions of bathers
According to the testimony of @albertdmcat, who witnessed the incident on Borró beach in Colera, the boat was much more than a simple intruder; its occupants responded with a hostile attitude to the complaints of those present. ‘He insulted and challenged everyone,’ explained the user, who got more than 70,000 views with his post.
Other testimonies and similar cases
Several users have shared their similar experiences, providing images of boats anchored illegally in bathing areas, as is the case of Miquel Gómez, who showed a photograph of a beach in Begur where the boats were on top of Posidonia , a prohibited practice.
The response of local organizations
SOS Costa Brava, an organization dedicated to the protection of the environment on the coast of Girona, has expressed its concern about this phenomenon. Through a statement, the entity reported that, during July, several complaints had been received about boats anchoring in areas intended for bathers, especially in Calella de Palafrugell.
Legal actions and surveillance
The local federation assured that some citizens had contacted the authorities, resulting in the intervention of a police patrol car to remove the offenders. However, SOS Costa Brava stated that it was not known if sanctions had been imposed.
Rules and bathing areas
According to article 73.2 of the Coastal Law, the unmarked bathing area extends up to 200 meters from any cove or cove, and up to 50 meters from the rest of the coast. These regulations are essential to ensure the safety of bathers, and non-compliance can have serious consequences.
Reflections on the future of beaches
The current situation on the Costa Brava raises an important question about the need to strengthen safety measures and raise awareness among both sailors and bathers about the importance of respecting regulations. Only in this way can a safe and pleasant environment be guaranteed for everyone who enjoys the natural beauties of this coast.