Sea turns purple and green as algal bloom hits beach in Vietnam
Published date: Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:11:37 +0700This is the shocking moment the waters of a beach in Vietnam turned purple and green as an algal bloom spread along the coastline.
Footage shows the unusual colours in the sea as holidaymakers and locals swam off the coast of Vung Tau in Ho Chi Minh City on April 4.
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Vung Tau, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam |
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04/04/2026 |
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Partner Agency |
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VRP177740 |
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Duration: 01:19 |
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Rating: News safe |
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