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Frequently Asked Questions 1. Which are the cleanest beaches in Israel? 2. Which rivers are safe to swim in? 3. What type of pollutants can be found in Israel’s waters? 4. Where does the pollution come from? 5. What will happen if I come into contact with severely polluted water? 6. If I witness a pollution event, what should I do? 7. How can I help prevent water pollution? 8. There is a lot of garbage on my local beach/lake/river. What can I do to change that situation? 9. What is being done about the water crisis in Israel? 10. How can I get involved in environmental activism? 11. I love coral reefs, but I am worried about damaging them while diving. Do you have any diving tips? 1. Which are the cleanest beaches in Israel?
For the most up-to-date information on the safety of Israel’s beaches, click on the link below:
2. Which rivers are safe to swim in?
Only the Northern Jordan River is currently safe for swimming. The Yarkon River is the only river that is open for water sports such as kayaking, rowing and sailing. All other rivers in Israel are closed due to pollution.
3. What type of pollutants can be found in Israel’s waters?
Some of the pollutants found in Israel’s waters include heavy metals, volatile organic compounds, fertilizer, and pesticide runoff.
4. Where does the pollution come from?
Much of the pollution comes from discharge of wastewater from fish farms and textile factories into Israel’s rivers and the Mediterranean Sea. Pollution also results from millions of cubic meters of effluents being discharged along the coasts of Israel by means of pipes and via streams, and from municipal sewage from treatment plants.
5. What will happen if I come into contact with severely polluted water?
The extent of health risks varies depending on the frequency of exposure and the levels of pollutants in the water. Potential illnesses due to exposure include stomach flue, ear infection, upper respiratory infection and major skin rash (full body). Exposure to waters with high concentrations of toxic heavy metals may cause loss of bone calcium, and prolonged exposure may cause high blood pressure, fertility problems in men, and kidney damage.
6. If I witness a pollution event, what should I do?
If you witness a pollution event in Israel, call one of the following as soon as possible:
Zalul Environmental Association: +972-3-5762666
Emergency Environmental Center (of the Ministry of the Environment)– 24/7: *6911 / 1222-6911 / 08-9253321
7. How can I help prevent water pollution?
There are many ways in which you can do your part:
8. There is a lot of garbage on my local beach/lake/river. What can I do to change that situation?
Talk to your regional/city council, write a letter to a member of Knesset or the Ministry of Environmental Protection, or form an environmental forum in your city/town if one does not yet exist.
9. What is being done about the water crisis in Israel?
Israel has two operating desalinization plants in Ashkelon and Palmahim, and a third plant, to be located in Hedera, is scheduled to open in about two years. The Water Authority also plans on drilling for groundwater in the Hula area and East Galilee, and then funneling it to the Kinneret and the National Water Carrier, respectively. Israel continually encourages water conservation, has recently banned watering public and private gardens, and is increasing waste-water recycling.
10. How can I get involved in environmental activism?
There are lots of ways to get involved in environmental activism inside or outside of Israel:
11. I love coralreefs, but I am worried about damaging them while diving. Do you have any diving tips?
There are many precautions you can take when diving to ensure that you keep the coral reef safe from harm:
Helpful Links:
Map of beaches (Updated every 48 hours) :
Ministry of Environmental Protection:
Ministry of Health:
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