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White froth found in Periyar: PCB issues notice to FACT
AI EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Kerala Pollution Control Board (PCB) has issued a formal notice to the Fertilisers and Chemicals Travancore (FACT) following the detection of white froth in the Periyar River, suspected to be from industrial discharge. Authorities are investigating potential contamination sources to assess environmental impact.
WHY IT MATTERS
This incident highlights ongoing concerns about industrial pollution in a major river system and its potential risks to public health and ecosystems.
The notice issued based on earlier inferences of suspected discharge of a white gel-like foam into the river, say PCB officials
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