Amber Fever: Record Finds Draw Crowds to Polish Beaches After Storms

Polish Baltic Sea beaches have become a magnet for tourists eager to collect unusually large pieces of amber, following recent severe storms. Crowds have been seen sifting through sand and debris, both on the shore and in shallow waters, armed with hands and various tools.

Social media is abuzz with images of amber hunters showcasing their impressive finds. The recent weather, which included winds reaching up to 100 km/h in some areas, caused damage to parts of the coastline. However, these same storms appear to have dislodged a significant amount of amber from the seabed.

The tourism organization "Na Mierzeję," which promotes the Vistula Spit, announced on social media that the quantity of amber found in recent days could be record-breaking. "What catches! The amber fever on the Vistula Spit is not subsiding. After severe storms, the sea is giving up its treasures," the organization posted on Saturday.

Images shared by the tourism portal "Hello Mierzeja" highlight exceptionally large amber pieces. One photo reportedly shows an overnight haul weighing a record 8.5 kilograms. While small amber fragments are common, finding pieces weighing several dozen grams is considered lucky.

Authorities had warned swimmers to stay out of the water on Sunday at dozens of Baltic Sea beaches due to high waves, strong winds, and dangerous currents, posing a threat to swimmers' lives. The best time to search for amber is typically in the early hours after a storm, before large crowds gather.

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What catches! The amber fever on the Vistula Spit is not subsiding. After severe storms, the sea is giving up its treasures.