Ex Tonnara

26.5°C Water temp · Jul 23

Italy Coastal 1 - Excellent 26.5°C

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Ex Tonnara is a sandy beach in Sciacca, Sicily, located on the Sicilian Channel coast. The beach has a gentle slope with submerged terrain sloping towards the shore. The area features Mediterranean scrubland and some residential and urbanized zones. Seasonal facilities include a refreshment point and first aid services.

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Water

Coastal marine water, Sicilian Channel (tratto di costa n° 14). Bathing area extends 0.450 km.

Location

Sciacca, Agrigento Province, Sicily. Comune di Sciacca, 92019 (AG).

Facilities

Seasonal refreshment point; first aid and rescue assistance (seasonal). No lifeguard information specified. Animals are permitted to access the beach.

Water Quality

Water quality classification: Excellent. Identified pollution sources include discharge of untreated wastewater and overflow from the treatment plant, with discharge entering through the Torrente di Mezzo into the sea.

Risks

Discharge of untreated wastewater. Short-duration pollution events include urban stormwater discharge, untreated wastewater discharge, and accidental treatment plant failures. Temporary bathing prohibition may be imposed during anomalous situations caused by meteorological or exceptional events.