fbpx
Connect with us

News

Melaka River Turns Black & Smelly With Thousands of Dead Fish Due to Pollution From Industrial Discharge

Published

Pollution From Industrial Discharge Causes Melaka River To - World Of Buzz
Source: The Star & The Malaysian Insight

Follow us on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest stories and updates daily.

Melaka is a common road trip destination for many Malaysians as it is well-known for its various tourist attractions like A’Famosa Fort, Jonker Street, Christ Church and the Melaka River Cruise. However, the authorities have recently been alerted to a certain smell that has been coming from the Melaka River.

According to Malay Mail, the Melaka River has turned black and is exuding a foul smell due to dead fish since yesterday (19th May), especially in Taman Rempah. The cause of this has been identified as pollution suspected to be coming from the Batu Hampar Dam in Batu Berendam, which has been ordered to close down with immediate effect to prevent the situation from getting worse.

State Health and Anti-Drug Committee chairman Low Chee Leong said that one of the key contributors to the pollution is industrial discharge which resulted in the death of thousands of freshwater fish within the span of a few hours.

“I received dozens of images of rotting dead fish all along the river. This could lead to health complications for those residing along the riverbank,” he said.

“The pollution stretches almost 5km and efforts are being made to remove the dead fish before they submerge to the bottom of the river.”

The Star reported that the Melaka and Coastal Development Corporation is already working to gather the dead fish so that the bacteria on the carcasses won’t multiply and diminish the river’s oxygen level, which could threaten the lives of other aquatic animals.

 - World Of Buzz

Source: nst

Low added that laboratory tests would soon be conducted to trace the polluters as there are many industries along the riverbank.

“We have asked the Department of Environment (DOE) and the Health Department to take immediate action and get a sample of the contaminated river water and the dead fish for analysis to find out the cause of pollution and level of seriousness,” he said.

“This incident is unacceptable as the state depends on tourism. The unbearable pungent smell would drive away visitors.”

“We worry that the pollution will get worse and do not want a repeat of the chemical pollution in Sungai Kim Kim, Pasir Gudang, Johor,” he said.

D7Abctku0Aiyfrx

Source: front desk

Meanwhile, chief executive officer of the Melaka River and Coastal Development Corporation Azlan Abidin said that at midnight tonight (20th May), they will flush the water by opening the dam at the Melaka River mouth and ensure that the Batu Hampar Dam is closed so that the polluted river water will flow out to sea.

Pollution is a serious issue that affects both us humans and animals in so many ways. Hopefully the authorities will be able to get to the bottom of this and prevent it from happening again in the future. 

 

Also read: Study Shows Air Pollution is More Dangerous Than Smoking as It Kills More People Each Year

 - World Of Buzz

Follow us on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest stories and updates daily.



Just In

My Post 1 2024 04 26T164445.796 My Post 1 2024 04 26T164445.796
News9 hours ago

M’sian Man Fined RM23K for Mocking Deceased TLDM Helicopter Crash Victims

Just 3 days ago, it was reported that 2 Royal Malaysian Navy (TLDM) helicopters crashed at the TLDM Camp in...

Collage1111 Collage1111
News9 hours ago

Irritated Man in KL Decides to Ram His Car at a Couple as They Were Apparently Arguing Too Loudly

It’s common for couples to have occasional disagreements or fights. But who could have predicted it would escalate to this...

My Post 1 2024 04 26T152141.254 My Post 1 2024 04 26T152141.254
News10 hours ago

“Paul Blart: Mall Cop?” – Police Officers at KLIA Provided with Segways to ‘Enhance Security’

Following the recent shooting incident at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), many shared their disappointment over the fact that...

Collage 43 Collage 43
News13 hours ago

Laptop & Charger Parcel With Explosive Warning Found in KLIA Cargo Facility, Sender Says It’ll Explode

Recent reports of Apple-related threats have sparked significant concern among Malaysians. Many individuals in Malaysia are getting worked up over...

My Post 3 2024 04 26T104010.844 1 My Post 3 2024 04 26T104010.844 1
News15 hours ago

Kedah Old Folks Home Caregiver Caught on Camera Beating Elderly Man with a Stick

The whole purpose of being a caregiver is to provide care to those who need it. But, if one is...

Feat Image Malaysia Accent Feat Image Malaysia Accent
News15 hours ago

“Power lah!” – The Malaysian Accent Named 6th Sexiest Accent in Asia, 39th in The World

We Malaysians tend to have a soft spot for foreigners visiting our country and making content about our food, culture...

My Post 1 2024 04 25T165521.839 My Post 1 2024 04 25T165521.839
News1 day ago

Source Shares M’sian Govt is Considering Casino to Revive Forest City, PM Anwar Says It’s Not True!

Just about a month ago, luxury mega-development, Johor’s Forest City, had gone viral for basically becoming a ghost town after...

Collage 40 Collage 40
News1 day ago

Malaysians Can Withdraw from Their EPF’s Account 3 ANYTIME from May 11 Onwards, Here’s How it Works

You can soon withdraw a part of your retirement fund. Sort of. KWSP has just introduced 3 accounts, namely the...

Announcement

Latest Videos



TRENDING TODAY