Work

Perceptions of lifeguards and beachgoers facing emerging cyanobacterial blooms washing ashore

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: • We applied a mixed methods approach to study perceptions and potential behaviors towards cyanobacterial blooms. • Lifeguards are strategic actors to anticipate and adapt to blooms, but still need more training and support by institutions. • The presence of the health flag is not the main factor influencing beachgoers behavior when cyanobacterial blooms occur. • Age, perceptions, distance, water activity, and having children are relevant variables to predict beachgoer behavior class. • An approach involving government intervention, research and effective communication is needed to improve the system response.

Source: Ocean & Coastal Management

DOI: 10.1016/j.ocecoaman.2024.107387

Authors: Ana Lía Ciganda, Cristina Zurbriggen, Néstor Mazzeo, Emiliano Álvarez, Milena Holmgren, Miquel Lürling

Institutions: Wageningen University & Research, Universidad de la República de Uruguay

Language: English

Topic: Aquatic Ecosystems and Phytoplankton Dynamics

Subfield: Environmental Chemistry

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Life below water

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $4,040