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Colours after a storm!

Wow at the colour contrast effect after a storm! Does anyone know what causes this effect? I was thinking its too orange for mud. These were taken at East Beach down the eastern end of Werribee South Beach in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Just before you get to Wyndham Harbour.

 

This area is a picturesque curve of east facing coastline that sweeps north, from the break water at Wyndham Harbour, to the mouth of the Werribee River. Regularly monitored by Surf Lifeguards, this 1.2km length of beach is an excellent destination for a family day out. Not least because it has something for everyone and is a good walk for dogs. A great place to watch the sunset, Werribee South Beach is great for sailing, boating, windsurfing, and kayaking. Swimming is considered safe here, at the east end of the beach during mid to high tide. Public toilets are available, at each end of the beach as well as eateries (more selection at Wyndham Harbour) You can fish at the nearby fishing platform (which is part of the breakwater) take photos or search for pretty shells, on shelly sand which often extends up to 300 metres wide during low tide. If you're wanting a quieter area, you can come here.

There are a few parking spots, but not alot. This is where I come for great landscape and scenic shots, sans people! The eastern part of this beach pretty much starts after the 'busy area' on your way to Wyndham Harbour.

 

Aerial photo of a beach, showing contrasting colours in the water after a storm. East beach in Werribee South, Melbourne, Australia.Aerial photo of a beach, showing contrasting colours in the water after a storm. East beach in Werribee South, Melbourne, Australia.

Kind Regards, Tee
Werribee South VIC, Australia
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Re: Colours after a storm!

 

I love your post and photos @Teana_K. I couldn't agree more, great color!

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Re: Colours after a storm!

Thank you so much @AdamGT 🙂

Kind Regards, Tee
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Re: Colours after a storm!

 

Hey @Teana_K 

 

I was just thinking about this and if we had a sand storm as we have had before then it could be different sand from say the Mallee however I don't think we've had sand storms recently.... Should you ever find out what caused this interesting color change would you please tag me as I'd love to know what caused this 🙂

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Re: Colours after a storm!

Great to meet another Melbourne Local Guide @Teana_K 

 

I've been to this beach a few times and do not think I've ever seen a plume like that. I wonder if it is sediment washed down from the plains along the Werribee River from the recent heavy rains?

 

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Re: Colours after a storm!

Hi @PaulPavlinovich I think it is, the river is like that at the Red Cliffs after heavy rains. Go down after heavy rain and take a look maybe! 

Kind Regards, Tee
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Re: Colours after a storm!

I live on the other side of the bay in Frankston @Teana_K but similar happens with the Patterson River nearby.

 

Paul

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Re: Colours after a storm!

I think @PaulPavlinovich has solved the mystery! Its sediment washed down from the plains along the Werribee River 😊

Kind Regards, Tee
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Re: Colours after a storm!

Nice to know its natural and not some horrible chemical damage @Teana_K 🙂