Effect of abattoir effluents on the physicochemical properties of a receiving watershed in an urban community

Igbinosa, Isoken H.; Uwidia, Ita E.

doi:10.4314/ijs.v20i2.2

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“…The values were all above the WHO value of zero. The results collaborate previous findings elsewhere [13,14]. Those studies reported that abattoir effluents are strong pollutants of groundwater regardless of the locations where they are discharged.…”

Section: Microbial Analysis Of Well Water Samples Total Coliformsupporting

confidence: 92%

“…The values were above the WHO permissible limits of 0.015 mg/L. Lead values were higher than the values from the study carried out by [14]. There were significant differences in the values of the lead between the study and control wells.…”

Section: Leadcontrasting

confidence: 63%

“…The value for the chloride ranged between 37.00 ± 1.00 and 26.67 ± 2.30 mg/L with the water samples from well 1. Chlorides are important in the detection of sewage contamination of groundwater; other sources include storm waters containing road salts, the use of artificial fertilizers, landfill leachates, septic tank waste waters, and animal feeds [14]. The values were higher than the values from the study carried out by [14] although the values fall within the WHO permissible limits of 250 mg/L; there were significant differences in the values of the chloride between the study and control wells.…”

Section: Chloridementioning

confidence: 80%

“…Chlorides are important in the detection of sewage contamination of groundwater; other sources include storm waters containing road salts, the use of artificial fertilizers, landfill leachates, septic tank waste waters, and animal feeds [14]. The values were higher than the values from the study carried out by [14] although the values fall within the WHO permissible limits of 250 mg/L; there were significant differences in the values of the chloride between the study and control wells. Although chloride ions are harmless at low levels, well water with high concentrations of chloride ions could damage plants if used for gardening or irrigation, and it could also give drinking water an unpleasant taste if consumed [23].…”

Section: Chloridementioning

confidence: 80%

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Assessment of the impact of abattoir effluent on the quality of groundwater in a residential area of Omu-Aran, Nigeria

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Background: Water pollution from abattoir effluents may create substantial environmental and public health hazards. Available literature is scanty on the quality of groundwater located near abattoirs in tropical developing countries like Nigeria. This study, therefore, accessed the impact of abattoir activities on the quality of groundwater in Omu-Aran Nigeria.Methods: A total of eighteen water samples were taken from five privately own wells and one control well located at varying distances and elevations to the abattoir. The physicochemical characteristics of the water were determined using the standard methods. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and ANOVA. Results:The mean values of parameters in the water samples collected from the studied wells ranged from 5.80 ± 0.20 to 7.23 ± 0.55 mg/L, 12.0 ± 1.0 to 26.0 ± 2.0 mg/L, 0.06 ± 0.02 to 0.16 ± 0.02 mg/L and 208.0 ± 24.25 to 254.67 ± 12.22 cfu/mL for dissolved oxygen, biological oxygen demand, lead and total coliforms, respectively. There was a significant difference in the quality of water from the studied and control wells in the parameters except that of total coliform. The quality of the groundwater improved with increasing distance from the abattoir. Conclusions:Findings revealed that abattoirs have the potential to impact the quality of groundwater. Therefore, careful consideration is required when choosing a location for siting new abattoirs. For existing ones, particularly those close to residential areas, effective pollution control measures should be put in place to protect groundwater. which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided you give appropriate credit to the original author(s) and the source, provide a link to the Creative Commons license, and indicate if changes were made.

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Section: Microbial Analysis Of Well Water Samples Total Coliformsupporting

confidence: 92%

Section: Leadcontrasting

confidence: 63%

Section: Chloridementioning

confidence: 80%

Section: Chloridementioning

confidence: 80%

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“…[37] suggested natural causes of chloride could be a result of rainfall as well as dissolution of chloride-bearing minerals whereas anthropogenic sources may be derived from extensive use of fertilizers, landfill leachates and via effluents of inappropriately constructed soakaway pits which increase chloride concentration. Moreover, it could be significant in detecting sewage contamination of groundwater [3,38].…”

Section: Chloridementioning

confidence: 99%

A Water Quality Index Approach in Estimating Water Quality of Shallow Wells Situated Near Pollution Sources in a Community

Elemile

Ibitogbe

Folorunso

et al. 2020

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BACKGROUND Most developing countries rely on water sources that are usually not protected making them unsafe for drinking. These sources require regular assessment to evaluate their quality and ensure they meet standards before use. This research therefore assessed the physio-chemical and microbiological properties of selected shallow wells situated near pollution sources in Omu-Aran with an inclusive water quality index (WQI) framework. METHODS Fifty groundwater samples were collected from five various locations namely: Aperan, Egbe garage, Latinwo, Mode and Igangu. Standard methods were used to determine the constituents of the water while descriptive statistics and two sample t test were used to analyze the data. RESULT The mean values for turbidity, conductivity, total dissolved solids, total hardness, chloride and fluoride all fall within the nigerian Standard Drinking Water Quality guideline values while pH, nitrite, dissolved oxygen and T. coliform exceed the standard limit. Coliform and nitrite contamination are often linked with sewage pollution arising from anthropogenic sources. The parameters of water in Omu-Aran were generally higher during the rainy season than the dry season. However, there was no significant difference for these parameters across periods except for pH, Total hardness and fluoride. WQI classified water samples as Excellent, Good, Poor and Unsuitable for drinking. CONCLUSION Users should be encouraged to carry out disinfection and ensure their water sources are protected and not left exposed. The WQI makes it easy for policy makers to evaluate contamination and make decisions based on recommendation

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Evaluation of the effects of abattoir effluent on the physicochemical and bacteriological quality of River Benue, Nigeria

Omoni

Bankole

Omoche

et al. 2022

Environ Monit Assess

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Effect of abattoir effluents on the physicochemical properties of a receiving watershed in an urban community

Cited by 16 publications

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Assessment of the impact of abattoir effluent on the quality of groundwater in a residential area of Omu-Aran, Nigeria

Assessment of the impact of abattoir effluent on the quality of groundwater in a residential area of Omu-Aran, Nigeria

A Water Quality Index Approach in Estimating Water Quality of Shallow Wells Situated Near Pollution Sources in a Community

Evaluation of the effects of abattoir effluent on the physicochemical and bacteriological quality of River Benue, Nigeria

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