Authorities Reintroduce Black Dye to Hazardous Blue Lagoon in Peak District
Beautiful blue lagoon dyed black as attraction declared 'not a safe place to visit'

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The Blue Lagoon in Harpur Hill, Buxton, a former quarry, is now deemed unsafe for swimming due to its highly alkaline water and contamination. To deter visitors, authorities are reapplying black dye to the water, which poses serious health risks despite its attractive appearance.
- 01The Blue Lagoon's water has a pH level similar to bleach, making it extremely hazardous.
- 02High Peak Borough Council has decided to reintroduce black dye to the lagoon to discourage swimming.
- 03The site is on private property, and swimming is prohibited; police actively remove trespassers.
- 04Recent warm weather has led to increased visitor numbers, raising safety concerns.
- 05The Royal Life Saving Society has noted a rise in drownings during warmer conditions across the UK.
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The Blue Lagoon, located in Harpur Hill, Buxton, is a disused quarry that has attracted visitors due to its striking turquoise waters. However, it is now deemed unsafe for swimming due to its highly alkaline water, which poses serious health risks, including contamination from rubbish and dead animals. Amy Cartledge, a risk reduction manager at Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service, emphasized the dangers of entering the water, as cold water shock can occur quickly. In response to a surge in visitors, especially during warm weather, High Peak Borough Council has reintroduced toxic black dye to the lagoon to deter swimming. This measure was previously implemented from 2017 to 2024 and is now back due to renewed safety concerns. The lagoon is on private property, and police are monitoring the area to enforce swimming prohibitions. The Royal Life Saving Society has reported an increase in accidental drownings during warm weather, highlighting the need for caution in outdoor swimming across the Peak District.
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The reintroduction of black dye aims to enhance safety by discouraging swimming in the hazardous lagoon.
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