08/05/2023
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The Return of the 'Recommended Bays' service!
In the photo you see two mauve stingers, the most common jellyfish in our waters. Just as we have done in the past eleven years, this summer we will be providing a service which shows you which beaches are likely to be free of jellyfish, rough sea, debris etc ... The first Recommended Bays of the season was issued today!
We obviously have no control on how the jellyfish situation develops as the season progresses. But we can help you pinpoint where they are! With this service, we are merely helping the general public choose where to go. We will work to maintain a high quality of accuracy for this service throughout the season. For reasons of safety, the map only marks those beaches that are considered safe with 75% confidence. Th/is does NOT mean that only these beaches are safe and it may be possible that other beaches are also safe. Also, we refer to the inner part of the bays and not the mouth of bays. Reports are also received from the general public, in which case the map is updated accordingly. The movement of jellyfish is influenced by several factors. The main four are wind direction, wind wave direction, swell wave direction and sea currents. All four play an important role in the deciding which bays are to be recommended.
We're also pleased to announce that for the third year running, our 'Recommended Bays' service is being sponsored by Bubbles Dive Centre, Gozo. Bubbles Dive Centre is an award winning PADI Career Development Centre. Itโs 100% AWARE, focusing on marine conservation, safety and delivering exceptional levels of customer service. With only 4 customers in a dive group and their constant contribution towards ocean protection, Bubbles is Gozoโs most caring dive centre. We don't just accept sponsorships for the sole aim of acquiring something in return. We look for sponsors whose priority is to offer a sterling service and good customer care whilst also upholding green credentials! Interested in diving? Want to add a new sphere to your social life? Want to do more for the marine environment? Check out Bubbles Dive Centre at www.diving-gozo.com
