“Fish and other river creatures also might get caught or choke on plastic materials that could spell death for them. “Before the pandemic, major river clean-ups were carried out at least twice a year – in March during World Water Day and in September during World River Day. “Our river rangers are all hands-on in matters related to rivers. “In 2019, they were declared the national champions in a competition held in conjunction with World Water Day,” he added. “Continuing to use drains and rivers to dump rubbish is to continue endangering our own health and environment,” Tamiylalagi added.

Source: The Star August 16, 2021 23:37 UTC