The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and the Water Authority responded to the spraying of substances over the algae in the Mediterranean Sea that shut down Israel's desalination plants, stating that 'it's unfortunate that some are spreading fake news and sowing panic among the public. There is no substance that endangers public health. Beaches are safe for use.' It was further reported that 'the levy committee, which includes representatives from the Health and Agriculture ministries, approved the use of substances that are authorized for use in drinking water and do not pose a danger to public health or the marine environment, with the aim of restoring the desalination plants to full operation.'