2024 UNESCO report warns of urgent action needed for Lake Ohrid's ecological health due to pollution, overfishing, and urbanization.

Lake Ohrid, a UNESCO World Heritage site shared by North Macedonia and Albania, faces significant threats from pollution, overfishing, and urbanization. Home to around 200 unique species, it is vital for regional tourism. The North Macedonian side was designated a World Heritage site in 1979, with Albania following in 2019. A 2024 UNESCO report criticized inadequate infrastructure and unsustainable tourism, urging immediate action to restore the lake's ecological health.

October 30, 2024
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