Strangers turn the beach into a field

A beach in Rizhao, Shandong Province, China has suddenly turned into a green field because of the invasion of a mysterious algae.

Local media reported that the incident occurred after piles of strange algae were washed ashore on June 8. Since then, the algae have not shown signs of disappearing because the waves still keep pushing them toward the mainland.

Strange algae turn the sea surface into a green field.

According to Shanghai People, scientists determined that this type of seaweed has a scientific name, Enteromorpha prolifera , is edible and is rich in magnesium as well as other nutrients. However, they can form muddy areas, making vehicles trapped.

Local authorities mobilized rushing groups of workers to clean up the algae before they decomposed and began to rot. Tidal currents are expected to move the algae to Qingdao.

In 2008, Qingdao was also invaded by algae, forcing the government to enter. Because it used to be a venue for many sailing events for the Summer Olympic Games, military troops were sent to quickly clean up the mess.

Seaweed has been praised as a source of vitamin-rich foods, which can help improve skin and lower blood pressure. The algae that "attack" the coast of Nhat Chieu can be up to 50cm long, often grow near the coast, on rocks or other algae, on beaches or estuaries and at docks.