A beach in Iran has gone blood red, leaving the internet shocked and a bit frightened. Videos capturing the unusual appearance on Hormuz Island have gone viral, with some referring to it as “blood rain.” While most are intrigued by the vibrant red hue, others have raised fear, asking if it is harmful.
The viral clips show that heavy rain illuminated the Red and Silver Beach on Hormuz Island, coloring the water and sand bright red. In a clip posted by an Instagrammer, a man is walking in the red water, such that it resembles something out of a film. A second clip displays rainwater pouring over the red sand to create a stunning waterfall effect.
Everyone posted their responses online. One of them said, “This scene is really wonderful and special,” while another commented, “Is it really that red? Whatever beauty is unique, thank God that you are so tasteful.” However, not everyone was impressed. One person wrote, “It’s more scary,” while another said, “Ugh, it made me feel so bad. I don’t even want to see a place like this even in the picture.”
The reason for the red hue
Although others thought that the red hue was caused by an unusual weather phenomenon, it is more scientific than that. The Daily Mail says that the red hue of the beach is caused by the high concentration of iron oxide in the volcanic earth. When the rainwater dissolves into the minerals, it forms a bright red glow.
Hormuz Island’s rich black and red soil is used for various purposes, including dyeing, making glass and ceramics, and even cosmetics. The soil is also used in local dishes like sauces and jams.
The Iran Tourism and Touring Organisation described, Walking along the shore, you will encounter parts where sand glitters with metal compounds, especially mesmerising at sunset or sunrise. The soil color around you keeps changing as you walk or ride, and you can visit a unique red edible soil and 70 other colorful minerals in Hormuz Island.”
Even with the buzz on the internet, this is not an unusual occurrence. The red hue of the beach is visible throughout the year since the sediment naturally remains magenta during the seasons. The rain simply makes it more apparent, and the result is a stunning sight that attracts visitors from all over the globe.
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