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What is Where?:
Lake Ontario is one of the five Great Lakes of North America. It is surrounded by Ontario, Canada towards the north, west and southwest. It is surrounded by New York, United States of America from the south and east directions. Lake Ontario’s name comes from the Iroquoian language which means “lake of shining waters”. The water from the lake comes from the Atlantic Ocean and is the main source of water for many people in Ontario and New York. It is also the most vulnerable from all of the Great Lakes.
Why There?:
Lake Ontario is a polluted body of water. It is polluted from many things such as human waste, harsh chemicals, household hazardous waste etc.. Lake Ontario being polluted is a huge issue as many people in Ontario and New York uses the water for many things. When polluted water enters our body it can cause lots of health issues such as vomiting, diarrhea, sick stomach, skin rashes, certain types of cancer for a long period of time, reproductive problems, and developmental problems like learning disabilities could occur. Also any type of marine animal living in the lake would have a harder time surviving.
There are many methods to reduce water pollution. One way is to be careful with any chemicals you use. Make sure you dispose of it correctly, don’t let it spill, don’t use unused chemicals exposed to the weather, do not apply near any waterways. Another way is to reduce the amount of stormwater runoff. Simply protecting the exposed soil will help with water pollution. Also make sure to take care of any spills properly and to dispose of it. Lastly capture any debris in the lake and dispose of it. These tips and many more can help clean our waterways.
Why Care?:
Lake Ontario supplies water for both Ontario and New York and if it was polluted there are many effects to us and marine animals which could lead to death. Certain marine animals are endangered so keeping them safe is also a key point. It is also one of the most vulnerable Great Lake so if anything were to happen, this would cut of Ontario’s main waterways which would lead to further complications as well.