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Almost 6.5 Tons of Trash in July: The Summer Clean-Up off Mallorca's Coasts

How Winds and Currents Move Waste to Mallorca

Winds and currents can move debris into Mallorca’s bays from other parts of the islands.

Published: April 22, 2026
Almost 6.5 Tons of Trash in July: The Summer Clean-Up off Mallorca's Coasts

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Can wind and currents bring rubbish to Mallorca from other places?

Yes. Strong winds and seasonal swells can move light debris into Mallorca’s bays, and currents can also carry floating waste from other parts of the Balearic Islands. That is why cleanup crews often find material that did not originate on the same beach or even on the same island.

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