River near Buenos Aires turns bright red after suspected industrial dye leak
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A small river in Greater Buenos Aires, the Sarandi, turned a deep red after what is believed to be a dye leak from a nearby factory. Local residents have long complained about industrial pollution in the area, and this latest incident added to their alarm. Reports of a nauseating smell accompanied the discolored water, with suspicions directed towards a nearby tannery. Maria Ducomls, a local resident, noted that the river had displayed various colors over time, indicating ongoing pollution. The regional environment department is currently investigating the incident and collecting samples for analysis.
A small river in greater Buenos Aires, the Sarandi, was dyed a worrying shade of red due to suspected industrial dye leakage, alarming local residents.
Maria Ducomls described the river as looking like a bloody stream and highlighted that no explanations had been provided for the continuing pollution.
Residents reported a nauseating smell from the river, linking the pollution to a nearby tannery, as the waters exhibited various disturbing colors over time.
The regional environment department is investigating the apparent leak and conducted chemical analysis on water samples to ascertain the source of discoloration.
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