A group of diving enthusiasts plunged into the waters of Siboney Beach in Santiago de Cuba this Sunday, aiming to retrieve items from the sea that could potentially harm swimmers.
Aris Batalla, a representative of the Red Cross in Santiago de Cuba, announced on Facebook that a team of lifeguards, rescuers, and firefighters retrieved from the seabed "cans, whole and broken bottles, and other objects that could cause injuries to swimmers."
Batalla shared a gallery of images showcasing the numerous objects recovered from the sea that were found in the swimming area of Siboney beach, the main resort in the city of Santiago de Cuba.
He mentioned that the individuals who cleaned the seabed are members of the diving team from Santiago de Cuba, who "risk their lives to contribute to actions in favor of climate change, in rescue and recovery operations, or other missions and assurances," pointed out the rescuer.
In the comments section, many pointed out that while individuals are responsible for littering, the local government does very little to enforce behavior regulations at that beach, which leads to the littering on the shore.
Lourdes Velázquez stated, "There should be inspectors who fine those who do not preserve and care for nature; this exists all over the world," suggesting that the regime pays very little attention to the condition of the beaches in Santiago de Cuba, while also neglecting social discipline.
The deterioration of Cuba's beaches, where it is often impossible to find a simple trash bin due to government negligence, necessitates underwater cleanups to prevent accidents and injuries among bathers.
The litter found on La Boca beach, located about seven kilometers from the center of Trinidad in the province of Sancti Spíritus, prompted a group of young people to organize a cleanup effort.
A total of 15 bags of trash were collected in just three hours, highlighting the significant amount of waste present in this beach resort.
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