River clean-up volunteers at Lahnufer
In the heart of Germany, the city of Marburg recently played host to a significant environmental initiative. On a sunny day, around 60 volunteers, including members from the DLRG, the bsj Marburg, and the Association of Marburg Canoeists, came together for the "Clean Lahn" action day.
Organised by the service department of the city of Marburg and the German Life Saving Association (DLRG), the event aimed to address the growing issue of carelessly discarded waste and its impact on cities and the environment. The waste often ends up in rivers, ultimately polluting the seas, and the Lahn was no exception.
The volunteers' efforts were focused on clearing the river and navigation channel of bulky waste. With the help of motorboat crews, divers navigated the waterways, while others worked on land, particularly near the Unisport building. The most waste was found around the bridge at the Martin-Luther School.
The DBM provided collection equipment for the cleanup, including tongs, gloves, and rubbish bags. Over the course of the day, a total of 470 kilograms of waste was collected. Once gathered, the waste was handed over to the DBM for proper disposal.
Councillor Kirsten Dinnebier took the time to thank the volunteers for their hard work, praising their commitment to creating a cleaner environment. As a token of appreciation, participants were treated to a small BBQ at the end of the day.
While the search results do not provide explicit information about who supported the "LahnCLeanUp" initiative, it is clear that the community of Marburg came together to make a difference. A clean environment not only promotes well-being but also reduces potential dangers to plants, wild animals, pets, and humans.
The "Clean Lahn" action day was a testament to the power of community action in preserving our environment. As more initiatives like this take place, we can hope for a cleaner, safer future for our rivers and seas.
