What is the story behind the red lake by Jordan's Dead Sea?

Name: What is the story behind the red lake by Jordan's Dead Sea?
Uploaded: 2021-10-17T15:44:26Z
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Description: The emergence of a red lake by Jordan's Dead Sea caused a stir on social media, with many debating the cause of the mysterious colour. While authorities say mercury is the reason, the red lake is actually an indicator of an even bigger issue: the shrinking of the Dead Sea.

The emergence of a red lake by Jordan's Dead Sea caused a stir on social media, with many debating the cause of the mysterious colour. While authorities say mercury is the reason, the red lake is actually an indicator of an even bigger issue: the shrinking of the Dead Sea.

Amy McConaghy

Oct 24, 2021