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Dangerous water

By our correspondents
July 23, 2017

This refers to the editorial ‘When the water turns deadly’ (Jul 22). The editorial has rightly mentioned the hazards of contaminated water and its serious impact on human health. The issue of contaminated water is not limited to Rawalpindi. Other cities, including Karachi, are facing the same problem. Gwadar, which is said to be the most developed city of the future, is currently facing the problem of the acute shortage of water. Residents are compelled to consume water supplied to them through tankers which used to contain oil. Many others travel to far flung areas to fetch water. This poses serious threat to their health.

People have asked the concerned authorities to resolve the problem at the earliest, but to no avail. The contaminated water causes several life-threatening water-borne diseases. The federal government should look into the matter before it turns even worse.

Fida Umrani

Dharo Goth, Hub

 

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Residents of Rawalpindi were shocked when the news about the sudden death of 14,000 Sunheri fish in Rawal Dam broke out. The dam is the prime source of supply of water to the city. Naturally, the death of the fish due to poisoning has created a wave of fear among residents.

According to the editorial, the Capital Development Authority Laboratory test has found higher than normal levels of waste contamination in the water. Isn’t it the responsibility of the government to ensure that the water is tested regularly? Residents are receiving water that is not fit for human consumption. The government must take immediate action to tackle the situation and provide clean water to residents.

Adnan Dost

Kech, Makran