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**Influencer Michelle Sky Hayward’s Cape Town Swim Takes a Disgusting Turn**
*Cape Town, South Africa -* Social media influencer Michelle Sky Hayward learned a harsh lesson about the waters off Cape Town this week when a seemingly innocent swim in ocean foam turned into a potentially hazardous experience. Hayward posted a video on Instagram on July 8th, cheerfully wading through a thick layer of foam near the city.
In the video, Hayward initially expressed enjoyment, saying she didn’t even feel the cold. But the mood quickly shifted after a viewer commented that the foam could be originating from a nearby sewer pipe.
As comments rolled in, some users seemed to confirm the worst, one writing “That foam is turds,” while another commented, “Can someone tell her that kak water. SEWAGE WATER!!” Hayward’s reaction was caught on camera, as she realized the possible implications of the contaminated water.
The caption on the post read, “I fear I have made a terrible mistake. #fail #coldplunge #capetown.”
While many commenters expressed sympathy and disgust, others suggested the foam could be a natural phenomenon. One person commented that the foam was just kelp, while others said it could also be natural sea foam.
Hayward has yet to release an official statement addressing the situation, but the video has sparked a conversation about water quality and environmental awareness in the area.
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