Kali Bekasi Dipenuhi Busa dan Air Berwarna Hitam, Diduga Tercemar Limbah

Summary

In Bekasi City, West Java, a white foam has reappeared along the Bekasi River, mixing with dark-colored water, likely from industrial waste being dumped into the river. The foam, which spans over 1 km and reaches a thickness of 10 cm, releases a strong odor. This contamination has caused fish to become disoriented, making it easier for local residents to catch them. This incident mirrors a similar one in April 2022, when the river was also tainted by dark water and foam. Local authorities are concerned about the environmental impact and health hazards posed by such waste disposal.

Takeaways

• 😀 White foam reappeared along the Bekasi River in Bekasi City, West Java.
• 😀 The foam was accompanied by black-colored water, indicating possible industrial waste discharge.
• 😀 The presence of foam and black water resulted in a strong, unpleasant odor in the area.
• 😀 The foam stretched over a distance of more than 1 kilometer, with a thickness of up to 10 cm.
• 😀 The black water mixed with foam caused the fish in the river to behave abnormally, appearing 'intoxicated.'
• 😀 Local residents collected the 'intoxicated' fish for easy harvesting.
• 😀 This pollution event has happened multiple times, including a similar incident in April 2022.
• 😀 The black water and foam combination is suspected to be caused by industrial waste deliberately dumped into the river.
• 😀 The pollution created a serious environmental hazard, affecting both the river ecosystem and the quality of life for nearby residents.
• 😀 The recurring pollution issue has drawn attention from local authorities and environmental organizations.

Q & A

What is the main issue described in the transcript?

The main issue described is the presence of white foam and black-colored water in the Kali Bekasi river, believed to be caused by industrial waste being dumped into the water, resulting in a foul odor and harm to aquatic life.

What specifically is found in the Kali Bekasi river?

The Kali Bekasi river is found to be covered in white foam, and the water is black in color. The foam is thick, and the water emits a strong odor.

How long is the affected area along the river?

The affected area spans more than 1 kilometer along the river.

What is the thickness of the foam in the river?

The foam in the river reaches a thickness of up to 10 centimeters.

What does the black water in the river smell like?

The black-colored water in the river emits a strong, pungent odor.

How does the pollution affect the fish in the river?

The pollution, including the foam and black water, causes the fish to appear 'drunk' or disoriented, and some fish are even easily captured by residents.

What do residents do with the fish affected by the pollution?

Residents take advantage of the disoriented fish, capturing them easily as they appear to be 'drunk' due to the polluted water.

Has this issue occurred before?

Yes, this issue has occurred several times, with a similar event taking place in April 2022 when the water was also black and foamy.

What is suspected to be the cause of the pollution in the river?

The pollution is suspected to be the result of industrial waste being deliberately dumped into the river, leading to the foam and discoloration of the water.

Where specifically in Bekasi did this pollution occur?

The pollution occurred in the Kali Bekasi river, located in the Hasibuan street area of Bekasi, West Java.