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Going to the Beach in Lebanon? - Coastal Water Pollution MapPosted by finkployd in
Info  This is an adaptation of a map published in the latest edition of Environment & Development Magazine. (see here) I've updated the Byblos, Batroun, & Amchit areas to better represent my water pollution impressions. All other areas are accurate 'as is'. I've defined water pollution as: - Sewage (notable in: Beirut, Sidon, Tripoli) - Garbage (notable in: Byblos) - Chemical Dumps (notable in: Chekka) - Debris [quarries and industrial] (notable in: Damour) -finkployd Study determines coastline pollution levels
Water monitors conclude that much of Lebanon's seaside is still safe for swimming and fishing The Daily Star, July 02, 2005 BEIRUT: A study carried out by Environment Hotline and published in the July issue of Al-Bia Wal-Tanmia (Environment & Development) magazine, confirmed that, despite the presence of dangerous polluted spots, much of the Lebanese coast was still safe for swimming and fishing. As part of a program monitored by Environment and Development magazine, samples from different stretches of the Lebanese coast were examined in the American University of Beirut's Core Laboratory, to determine the presence of fecal coliforms. The recent results confirmed monthly figures obtained between 2001-2002 by the National Marine Research Center of the National Council for Scientific Research (NCSR). Working according to laboratory results, the magazine was able to draw a map indicating both polluted and safe areas. SHIT!!!! Antelias beach was identified as being the most contaminated, with Nahr al-Kalb. Saida and Ramlet al-Baida ranked second, third and fourth. The fecal coliform level was over 10,000 fc/100 ml in Altelias and Nahr al-Kalb, 4,000 in Saida and 2,000 in Ramlet al-Baida. A table containing maximum and minimum levels for 2001-2002 and results of spot tests from May-June 2005 has been released with the report. The studies further showed that untreated sewage drains contributed dramatically to the contamination of the sea water. The report quoted a study carried out in 2002-2003 by Dr. Khaled Nakhle of NCSR, that showed high rate of cadmium and lead pollution in in Antelias and Selaata, in addition to bacteriological contamination. Spot tests carried out by Greenpeace showed a higher rate of contamination. Solid waste represents a major threat to the Lebanese shores; however, the sea's pollution is mainly the result of unprocessed sewage, 500,000 cubic meters of which is discharged daily off the Lebanese coast. Studies indicated the cleanest shores for both fishing and swimming were those of Jbeil, Batroun, Jounieh, Damour, Jiyye, Rmeileh and Naqoura. The World Health Organization (WHO) measures the level of Fecal Coliform bacteria found in water to determine the level of its pollution. It is not recommended to swim in an area containing more than 100 colonies of Fecal Coliform bacteria per 100 ml of water. Dr. Marie Abboud Abi Saab, a researcher at the National Marine Research Center, said Lebanon's climate and the open nature of its coast help decrease the presence of Fecal Coliform bacteria. Laboratory studies show prolonged contact with contaminated sea water can lead to several health problems, most notably various forms of skin disease, as well as diarrhea and vomiting. According to Environment and Development magazine, installing sewage treatment plants and processing solid waste are effective ways of reducing the high rates of pollution in the Lebanese Mediterranean and it shoreline, and protecting the safety of people using the water. 12 sewage treatment plants are under construction and are supposed to be operational between 2008-2012. -dailystar Trackbacks
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Blogging Beirut CommentsMon, 14.03.2011 21:53
Firstly, the fines are a perfect deterrant for people. Let me let you in on a little secret: THIS IS CALLED BLIND JUSTICE!!
Lady justice is a perfect dipiction; she wears a "blindfold which r [...]
Mon, 14.03.2011 21:53
Firstly, the fines are a perfect deterrant for people. Let me let you in on a little secret: THIS IS CALLED BLIND JUSTICE!!
Lady justice is a perfect dipiction; she wears a "blindfold which r [...]
Thu, 10.03.2011 13:55
how does someone contact Ziad Baroud? It's not like he's accessible! He's the Interior Minister!
Thu, 10.03.2011 13:41
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about Naqoura Road Trip
Tue, 08.03.2011 13:56
Love the pictures. Amazing photos and lovely places. Naqoura is my home town and I feel more home sick than ever :)
Sun, 06.03.2011 00:37
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Mon, 28.02.2011 01:22
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Fri, 25.02.2011 18:21
correct, but you miss the point.
1) the less important point:
technically speaking, you can scan the stub only once, and modify it photoshop also once to produce many stubs to cover the enti [...]
Fri, 25.02.2011 11:06
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Wed, 09.02.2011 06:18
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Tue, 08.02.2011 23:17
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Fri, 28.01.2011 14:34
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Fri, 28.01.2011 08:00
We the Native Americans support our brothers and sisters in spirit who are struggling for Freedom and Justice in Egypt.
May the Great Spirit guide and bless your endeavors. El-Hamdallah.
Fri, 28.01.2011 03:26
On fb, an egyptioan guy said he was selected as a finalist on January 26th..I am still waiting for a feedback ..what about your friend ?
Btw, the workshop is in Abu Dhabi :)
Sun, 23.01.2011 14:52
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Sun, 23.01.2011 13:29
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Thu, 20.01.2011 21:35
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Wed, 19.01.2011 12:56
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Fri, 14.01.2011 20:27
Dear Sir
is there more competitions for 2011?
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Wed, 12.01.2011 22:00
Good work. Money seems to bulldoze beautiful buildings in capitals round the globe. So inspiring to see young people involved in this action.
Nina
Thu, 23.12.2010 11:53
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Wed, 15.12.2010 22:12
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about Les Filles du Basement
Sat, 11.12.2010 02:18
salut
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about Paul Frank in Lebanon
Wed, 08.12.2010 17:49
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Thu, 25.11.2010 18:44
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Thu, 25.11.2010 15:50
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Tue, 16.11.2010 12:17
mabrouk samer and all the best from berlin! sarah
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