WATER POLLUTION

Group members: 1- NUR ASHIKIN BINTI CHE ALIAS2- NUR SHAHIRAH BINTI ZOLKIFLI3- NUR MISBAH BINTI KHALIL

Article

WHERE?

»CAMERON HIGHLANDS

WHEN?

»18 MAY 2013

CAUSE OF THE ISSUE

» uncontrolled land clearing activities were being carried out in several forest reserve areas.

» polluted with toxic pesticides

» caused by the opening of farms and treatment plant.

EFFECTS:» Death of aquatic (water) animals» Diseases- because of poor drinking water

treatment from contaminated waters.» Spread of disease: cholera or typhoid infections

and diarrhea.» Affects body organs: can cause injury to the

heart and kidneys.

Prevention/Solution» Never throw rubbish away.

» Use water wisely- prevent water shortages and reduces the amount of dirty water that needs treatment.

» If use chemicals and pesticides for gardens and farms, be mindful not to overuse pesticides and fertilizers- reduce runoffs of the material into nearby water sources.

THANK YOU!