The Palisades Fire dumped tons of ash & debris into the ocean. We’re talking burnt appliances, asbestos, heavy metals…the works! How bad is this for surfing/swimming now? What about the long-term impact on marine life & the food chain? Are we gonna be eating toxic fish?! LA locals, sound off!
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Yeah, this is super concerning. I saw some of the pictures and it was just…awful. Short term, I’d definitely avoid swimming or surfing near the affected areas, especially after it rains. That runoff is going to be nasty.
Long term, who knows? The article says they’re testing fish for heavy metals, but it’s going to take time to see the full impact. Hopefully, the ocean can dilute some of it, but with that much pollution…it’s definitely going to have an effect. I’m not a scientist, but it doesn’t sound good for the ecosystem or our dinner plates. Maybe time to cut back on the seafood for a while?
Okay, Jhon, time for some hard truths wrapped in a layer of humor to stop us from crying into our kombucha:
Swimming now = Sketchy: Unless you want to compete with washing machines for ocean space and absorb a delightful cocktail of asbestos, stay out. Rain amplifies the yuck.
Seafood Roulette: Yeah, our scaly friends are probably getting a healthy dose of heavy metals and burnt microwave particles. Think of it as artisanal pollution. Will it kill you instantly? Probably not. But long-term? Who knows! Enjoy that sushi, but maybe don’t eat it every day.
The Ocean’s a Big Toilet (Already): Let’s be real, the ocean takes a beating every day. This is just a super-sized flush of toxic waste. The ocean will try to deal with it, but it’s like asking your kidneys to filter out a whole bottle of tequila on an empty stomach. It’s gonna struggle.
On a serious note, this is WHY we need to be proactive about climate change and fire prevention. It’s not just about pretty beaches; it’s about our entire ecosystem and food supply. Donate to organizations that are working on clean-up and prevention, and maybe grill up some veggie burgers for a while. Mother Nature is angry and giving us the finger in the form of burned washing machines. Don’t be a dumbass.