The level of ammonia in the Yamuna river has increased again, causing concern for the residents of Delhi. On Friday, the level reached 8 ppm, the 1 ppm above the border can handle the water treatment plant. This can affect water supply and pose serious health risk to people living in Delhi-NCR. But why is this happening? What health problems can it cause?

Why is the level of ammonia increasing in Yamuna?

Pollution in the Yamuna is a problem for years, but it deteriorates in winter when the river flows decreases, causing pollutants to form. The main causes of ammonia in water include:

– industrial waste – The factory leaves harmful chemicals including fertilizer, dyes and plastic in the river.

– disintegrated garbage – Organic matter in the river breaks, producing ammonia.

– Toxic foam – A thick layer of toxic foam appears on the surface of the river, especially during the festival season, makes the problem worse.

How can Ammonia affect your health?

Come into contact with ammonia in drinking water:

– Problems of memory and concentration – High ammonia levels can affect brain function.

– Skin irritation and rashes due to polluted water: Bathing or washing hands with polluted water can cause skin irritation, rashes and infections. Yamuna water contains high levels of phosphate, detergent, and other harmful chemicals that can lead to allergic reactions or deteriorate existing skin conditions such as eczema.

– Stomach issues – Drinking contaminated water can cause nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.

– Conf mitigor: Chemicals, including heavy metals like mercury and lead, can be absorbed into the human body through water consumption from the river. Prolonged contact for these chemicals can cause chronic health problems, including damage to the liver, kidney and nervous system.

– High risk for infants and people with existing health problems – Child and people with existing health conditions are more weak.

How to be safe? While officials work on fixing this issue, what can you do here:

1. Do not drink straight tap water

If you rely on the municipality water, boil it before drinking it. Using an RO (reverse osmosis) water purifier is a safe option.

2. Check your water quality

If your water smells bad or clouds, avoid using it for drinking or cooking. Water test kits can help you check its safety.

3. Use advanced water purifier

Regular purifiers may not be sufficient. See the filtration system that especially remove ammonia and other harmful chemicals.

4. Be careful while bathing

If you notice skin irritation after a shower, use bottled or pure water to wash your face and sensitive areas.

5. Keep safe drinking water ready

There is always bottled or boiled water supply for children and elderly family members.

What needs to be done?

The problem of pollution of Yamuna is not new, and it will continue until strict action is taken. Industries require better waste management, and pollution control measures should be applied more effectively.

For now, being aware and taking care can help you and your family to protect.

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