22K views · 124 reactions | Heavy rains at the Red Beach in Hormuz island of Iran caused red floods sparking shock among visitors. The videos showing red water as a result of heavy rains flowing throughout the Red Beach have gained immense attention on the internet. @geonewsdottv #geology #science #iran #red #beach #rain #earth #nature #planet | Geology Science Official | Facebook

Heavy rains on Iran’s Hormuz Island turned parts of its famous Red Beach into a striking crimson shoreline as iron-rich soil, locally known as golak, washed from the cliffs into the sea, colouring both the water and sand a vivid red. The naturally occurring phenomenon, caused by iron oxide and other minerals in the island’s unique geology, quickly captivated visitors and went viral on social media, drawing renewed attention to Hormuz Island — often called the “Rainbow Island” for its colourful l