Good water quality, clean beaches, health safety and economic benefits are the results of intelligent management of bathing waters. Proper management ensures attractive recreational areas for both residents and tourists. With relevant information, the closing of beaches can be reduced. Less sickness means less expenses for medical care, lost working days or lost holidays. DHI tools and services assist in improving bathing water management.

 
Water Quality Forecasting Pollution Assessment and Mediation Health Risks and Safety Planning DHI Tools for Managers and the Public EU Directives
Water Quality Forecasting Pollution Assessment and Remediation Health Risks and  Safety Planning DHI Tools for Managers and the Public The EU Directive

DHI’s Bathing Water Forecasting System predicts the bathing water quality up to 4 days ahead; just like the weather forecast. This kind of information system has proved to be very reliable and highly appreciated by the public. »»

Sources of pollution are ample and it is important to track and identify these sources to control them. DHI modelling is one efficient approach to assess the problems. Microbiological testing is another useful way to track sources of pollution. »»

Blooms of toxic cyanobacteria pose a threat to human health. Swallowing infected water may cause bleary eyes, fever and diarrhoea. DHI assists in measuring algae and toxins, assessing risk and planning warning and measure programs. »»

DHI establishes bathing water profiles describing environmental conditions, potential sources of contamination and their impacts, as well as health risks and the efficiency of the monitoring network. GIS is an important tool in this work. »»

The new EU Bathing Water Directive provides for the improvement of health, safety and water quality management. It calls for the authorities to be pro-active and offer quick and adequate notification to the public. »»