Landscape of Xiamen University Baicheng

Xiamen University Baicheng is located at the foot of Baicheng in the south of Xiamen University. It is a beautiful beach between Yanwu Bridge and Hulishan Fort. Not only students from Xiamen University, but also more Xiamen citizens and tourists like to come here to stroll, play, swim and watch the sunset. It is a natural leisure park. There are many interesting sights in Xiamen University Baicheng. The beach is dotted with giant mice, the semi-circular overpass is like a huge clock, and the Baicheng ruins are carved with various abstract square patterns... It combines beautiful scenery with profound cultural history. The foundation is integrated into one. Baicheng sea area is one of the favorite bathing beaches of Xiamen citizens. In summer, there are hundreds to thousands of people playing and swimming on the beach. The transportation here is convenient, with many buses stopping here, and you can find a suitable place for swimming in this sea area at any time during the day, regardless of the tide.

The two large rocks near the shore of the bathing beach are well known to people. A huge reef plate is connected under the reef, which is exposed at low tide and submerged at high tide. The two large rocks at Baicheng Bathing Beach have become a scene, and these rocks can be seen on postcards. There are two large naturally formed reefs on the coastline near the Huli Mountain Fort. Their location has a certain impact on the water flow there. Affected by the coastal topography and the presence of reefs, the water flow in Baicheng Bathing Beach is complicated. For example, at low tide, the seawater in the mainstream area flows from north to south to the Baicheng Sea area; affected by the protrusion of the Huli Mountain headland, the nearshore current flows from south to north. The two currents near the shore and outside are inconsistent and have opposite directions, forming a topographic circulation.

Counterclockwise eddies are generated in the reef area, especially from half tide to high tide, where the flow speed is high and the eddy changes are also large. Many foreign tourists do not understand the topography and water flow characteristics here. Every year, at least 2-3 drowning deaths occur here. In September 2010, a freshman from Xiamen University drowned here while trying to save others. Previously, there was a placard "No swimming allowed in strong tides" on the top of a large reef, but it was destroyed by wind and waves when Typhoon Catfish came on October 23, 2010.

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Proposal

Exploding the reef can make the water flow smoothly

It is beneficial to beach reconstruction and protection

Taiwan The League Municipal Party Committee’s proposal, “Renovation of Xiamen Baicheng Beach Bathing Beach is urgent,” proposes to blow up the reef, and believes that it can be recognized by the majority of citizens. It is hoped that the relevant departments will implement the blowing up of the reef as soon as possible together with the renovation of Baicheng Beach Bathing Beach.

The proposal points out that the reefs in the Baicheng sea area should be cleared in conjunction with the ongoing beach renovation and reconstruction project in the Baicheng section. In this way, the underwater terrain here will become gentle and the water flow will be smooth, which is conducive to the transformation of artificial beaches. and protection. At the same time, after the reefs there are blown up and cleared, the stones can be transferred to the headland of Huli Mountain to build an artificial dike. The dike will extend into the sea, and a pavilion can be built at the head of the dike, imitating the design of Qingdao's trestle.

The proposal hopes to immediately establish a feasibility study on the reef blasting project (including building dikes, dismantling sewage pipes, etc.), propose a beach reconstruction project plan, and demonstrate the stability of the beach reconstruction in order to improve the sea area. Provide basic information on beach improvement.

Department

This area is an important landscape on Huandao Road

The feasibility will be fully studied

The Municipal Ocean and Fisheries Bureau will conduct research on the proposal The reply stated that Baicheng Beach is a rare natural bathing beach in our city. Our city attaches great importance to the protection of its marine ecological environment. In 2009, we organized and implemented artificial sand replenishment of Baicheng Beach through long-term observation and special research. The project effectively improved the erosion of Baicheng Beach and slowed down the slope of the beach.

In the next step, our city will also continue to increase the research on Baicheng’s seawater based on the results of the research on the dynamic system of the eastern beach on the island, beach cyclic maintenance research, nearshore sand source system, and beach stability and maintenance measures. The restoration work of the bathing beach ensures the sustainable use of Baicheng Bathing Beach.

The marine department will fully study the feasibility of clearing reefs and building artificial dikes, and if necessary, solicit public opinions through various forms to ensure that the removal work has the technical and social conditions for implementation.

They said that the removal of the reefs at Baicheng Beach and the construction of artificial dikes would involve changing the geological and geomorphological environment of the area and affecting the stability of the original beach, and this area is an important landscape node of Huandao Road. , the project implementation will have a greater impact.

Voices from citizens

Be careful when clearing

It’s a scene on a postcard

Some citizens hold different opinions on whether the rocks should be cleared , thinking that removal must be done with caution.

Yesterday, Ms. Chen, a citizen who was playing on the beach, was surprised when she heard that the rocks were to be cleared. She said it shouldn't explode. She is from Xiamen, and she said that there are signs on the big rocks, which are usually enough to remind people. Moreover, the reef is a certain distance from the shore. When the water is deep, it is difficult for novice swimmers to get through. Veteran swimmers are very familiar with the water here, so the danger is not too great.

More importantly, she feels that these two rocks have become a unique landscape of Baicheng Beach. “These stones are all on the postcards of Xiamen University’s Baicheng Bathhouse,” she said. Some citizens also expressed opposition. Their opinions were roughly as follows: the reefs not far from the shore are just a rest stop for swimmers. Without these rocks, Baicheng would lose its beach character. The Xiamen University Reservoir is very peaceful. One or two people die every year. What does the stone have to do with it? For safety reasons, it is recommended that the beach be equipped with lifeguards on duty. Exploding it may destroy the dynamic law of water flow, causing the sea sand in Baicheng and nearby beaches to be washed away by the water flow. Those people in the Xiamen Municipal Committee of the Taiwan League probably do not understand the dynamics of water flow, and they can do such things that destroy the original ecology. , should the high-speed rail be blown up even if the train accident occurs? What an idiot. The important thing is to strengthen management, not to blow up the reef. Reefs affect the intensity of waves. Slope protection is just like human nose hairs. Don’t stop eating because of choking! Beauty requires science! It seems that the Taiwan League or the Democratic League proposed the Siming North-South Elevated Highway, which is a fantasy. Please tell me if there is a proposal like this in the future, can we do a feasibility analysis and environmental impact assessment first? Why mention it if it is completely impossible to pass! It is a sin to casually destroy the precious wealth that nature has left to us in Xiamen. During the construction of the Ring Island Road, the Baishi Fort was destroyed. It is really an unforgivable crime. I hope the government will not do such stupid things again. It is never allowed to destroy natural things. Regeneration, no matter how superb artificial technology is, it can never imitate nature!

They also believe that the Baicheng Reef is a gift from God to Xiamen with its large area and different postures. It is an integral part of the beautiful scenery of Baicheng. Although cherishing life should be strongly supported, it is not necessary to blow up the reef. Secondly, the extent to which blowing up the reefs can reduce the generation of eddies is debatable. Relevant city departments also believe that the removal of the reefs at Baicheng Beach and the construction of artificial dikes. Besides, the existence of the reefs plays an important role in the stability of the Baicheng coastline. Blowing up the reefs It may cause erosion of the Baicheng coastline.

"China's Marine Environmental Protection" also mentioned: "Due to unreasonable damming of seas, blind development and utilization of islands, random destruction of island ecology, bombing of islands and reefs, indiscriminate mining and excavation As well as large-scale indiscriminate digging of coral reefs and deforestation of mangroves, man-made damage has reduced the diversity of marine ecological species and caused frequent natural disasters such as typhoons, storm surges, and seawater intrusions.”

Cherish natural resources and To protect the reef landscape, we can start from Taipei County to protect the "Yeliu Queen's Head" and install "electronic fences" to prevent tourists from intruding, to Laoshan Mountain to protect the "Old Man" with special funds, and then to Beibei, Chongqing City to apply to protect a reef in the Jialing River Examples abound, showing that both Taiwan and mainland China have spared no effort to protect the reef landscape.

The reef has been turned into a tourist area, allowing tourists to see the reef up close and experience walking in the sea on the wooden boardwalk. What’s more, the relationship between cherishing life and protecting Baicheng Reef is not a “fish” and “bear’s paw” relationship. As long as the measures are taken appropriately, both can be achieved.

A group of swimming enthusiasts who swim in this area all year round. Most people are not in favor of blowing up already iconic reefs. Reasons:

1. None of the drownings in the Baicheng area were related to rocks. The drownings were all near the beach and the water. Anyone who can swim close to the reef is a good swimmer and has never been involved in it.

2. It cost three million to transport several boats of sand from Baicheng. If these rocks are to be removed, the cost of modifying the water flow will not be small.

3. If you really want to prevent drowning incidents, it is better to spend the money on:

a. Learn the method of Dadeji Beach on Gulangyu Island and use floating ropes on the near-water beach ( Similar to a floating rope in a swimming pool) forming a swimming area. Those who don't have enough water can swim in it.

b. The sewage pipe at Baicheng Beach was removed, and swimmers swam farther away to avoid the sewage area.

c, Strengthen professional and volunteer safety promotion at the beach (also promote no littering).

Baicheng Beach has become a favorite place for people. Looking at the flow of people every day, the government should increase investment here.

It is recommended that government departments take the following measures to comprehensively manage Baicheng Bathing Beach, strengthen safety management, implement environmental protection measures, improve the management level of Baicheng Bathing Beach area, and create a safe and high-quality tourism and leisure environment for citizens and tourists. They suggested:

1. It is recommended to adopt a similar approach to the Dadeji Bathing Beach on Gulangyu Island and use floating ropes to enclose the swimming area. (See Figure 6)

2. It is recommended to set up a lookout, arrange full-time lifeguards on duty, and equip lifeboats.

3. Organize volunteers to patrol the beach near the reef, put up signs to warn tourists not to litter, and impose corresponding sanctions on violators (refer to vehicle violations),

4. Manage bathing areas surrounding environment. The sewage from the Baicheng Bathing Beach Bus Station is concentrated on the beach next to the station and it is recommended to be thoroughly treated.

5. It is recommended to build a circle of wooden planks around the reef. Night lights can be installed on the plank road. Warning signs will be constantly displayed in the changing lights to warn passing tourists to pay attention to safety. If swimmers can be stopped when they approach the reef, The sound-activated system issues warnings, which not only provides safety measures, but also preserves the natural features and perhaps adds color to Xiamen's scenic spots.

6. Build a simple changing room so that swimmers can flush and change clothes after coming ashore. Swimmers always bring a bottle of water from home to the beach, and elderly people in their 70s and 80s are no exception. Changing clothes is even more difficult... The locker room has been built, and swimmers can apply for a card to enter, and money will be deducted according to the water consumption. The Xiamen University swimming pool needs to swipe the card when using hot water for washing, which can be used as a reference.

We sincerely hope that the government will listen to public opinions and increase the restoration work of Baicheng Beach to ensure the sustainable use of Baicheng Beach.

Leaders of the Xiamen Municipal People’s Government The reefs in the sea from Baicheng to Huli Mountain are beautiful scenery bestowed on Xiamen by heaven and nature. They have left endless praises for generations of Xiamen people and even guests from all over the world. . Let me ask you: Whose idea was it to blow up the reefs? What's the intention? The land in Xiamen is almost sold out. Will it be sold to sea next? ! No matter who advocates or approves the bombing of the above-mentioned reef groups, he is an eternal sinner who despises the people of Xiamen!