EFFECTS OF POOR WASTE DISPOSAL
- Air Pollution
- Burning garbage, especially plastics and hazardous materials, releases toxic gases like carbon monoxide, methane, and dioxins into the air.
- These gases contribute to global warming and smog, which harm the environment and human health.
- Water Pollution
- When waste is dumped into rivers, lakes, or oceans, harmful chemicals and bacteria contaminate the water.
- This can kill fish and marine life and make the water unsafe for drinking and recreation.
- Soil Pollution
- Waste that contains chemicals, heavy metals, or plastics can seep into the ground.
- This damages soil quality, making it less fertile and dangerous for farming or plant growth.
🧍♀️ Health Risks
- Spread of Diseases
- Accumulated garbage attracts rats, flies, and mosquitoes, which spread diseases like malaria, dengue, typhoid, and cholera.
- Respiratory Problems
- Breathing in smoke or gases from burning waste can cause asthma, bronchitis, and other lung diseases, especially in children and the elderly.
- Contaminated Water
- Drinking or using water polluted by waste can lead to diarrhea, stomach infections, and serious long-term illnesses.
- Skin and Eye Irritations
- Direct contact with waste, especially in areas without proper sanitation, can cause rashes, infections, and eye problems
