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Pollution in Puako
Pollution in Puako
FoFor years Sewage has been seeping into Puakos bayfront from septic tanks only hundreds of feet from the coast. This contamination has been putting pressure on the reef and has already reduced coral coverage to 60% of what it once was. The contaminants pose threats to humans as well and residents have seen themselves getting sick after swimming in the bay. It is not too late for us to help Puakos reefs and we must work inoder to fix this issue.
Goals
Goals
Offer a sustainable solution to the sewage runoff from the Puako shoreline.
Track data regarding Puako's water quality with Emphasis on PH, Temperature, and Enterococci bacteria.
Advocate for the development of a sewage treatment plant.
Raise awareness in other communities facing the same issue.
Why
Why
Puako has been a landmark of the west coast of hawaii for hundreds of years. The region has provided for its residents through its abundance of fish, but the reef has seen contamination in recent years and now needs.
Affect on Residents
Affect on Residents
Bacteria from the sewage can cause infections like UTIs, Pink Eye, Staph and many more.
Who Am I
Who Am I
I am a senior at HPA and I want to raise awareness about the polution in puako. I want to make a difference that will last and this is how I'm going to do it.
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