Bathing ban on Lake Zeller: Security for bathers in the Thumersbach!

Bathing ban on Lake Zeller: Security for bathers in the Thumersbach!

The municipality of Zell am See has published an important security update for the bathers. A bathing ban is currently in the area of ​​the Thumersbach boat dock, in fact at the Thumersbacher Park. This prohibition was made necessary because this area is used for the MS Schmitten on and off. The focus is on the protection of bathers and the avoidance of potentially dangerous situations that can arise from shipping traffic. This reports Another note from the municipality underlines the urgency of this measure. In order to increase the visibility of the danger area, the Schmittenhöhe, the operator of the shipping, will attach a bathing chain. With this measure you want to ensure that the bathers do not go into dangerous situations. The municipality asks for understanding and wishes all visitors a safe summer on Lake Zeller. Also Zell am See agree to this insurance and emphasize how important the caution is in dealing with water areas.

A look at the security in maritime traffic

Security is not only a topic locally, but also at European level. With various guidelines, the EU has contributed significantly to the improvement of the security standards in maritime traffic. This includes regulations that were created in response to the severe accident of past years, such as those of the ships "Erika" and "Prestige". Safety laws serve to protect passengers, crew members and the sea environment. The international sea shipping organization (IMO) develops uniform standards worldwide, while the EU integrates these standards into its rules. This is treated by Europarl

By introducing and constant updating specific guidelines, such as the Solas, Marpol and STCW Convention, it is ensured that both the shipping organizations and the safety regulations for passenger ships are continuously improved. Such measures are essential to ensure the security of everyone who moves on water areas. The importance of security in sea traffic cannot be assessed highly enough and will remain the dominant topic of the coming summer months on Lake Zell.