13132597. Used masks and surgical gloves at the waters edge in an estuary

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13132597. Used masks and surgical gloves at the waters edge in an estuary

Used masks and surgical gloves at the waters edge in an estuary. The Covid-19 crisis has spurred rapid production of surgical masks, gloves, and other protective equipment. Those are desperately-needed plastic products; governments are racing to boost their stockpiles and regular citizens clamoring for their share of supplies. Such production is necessary, but a great part of plastic ends up traveling through sewers and waterways to the sea. Date

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. In this photo print, we witness a peculiar scene at the water's edge in an estuary. Used masks and surgical gloves lay scattered amidst the serene backdrop, reminding us of the global Covid-19 crisis that has spurred their rapid production. Governments and citizens alike are desperate for these plastic products, racing to stockpile them for protection. However, what goes unnoticed is the dark side of this necessary production. As governments focus on boosting their stockpiles and citizens clamor for supplies, a great portion of these plastics end up traveling through sewers and waterways to our precious seas. This unintended consequence poses a grave threat to marine wildlife as microplastics infiltrate their habitats. The discarded masks and gloves become more than just garbage; they transform into pollutants that contaminate our oceans. It's a global problem that requires immediate attention before it spirals out of control like an oceanic gyre. So next time you dispose of your personal protective equipment (PPE), remember its potential impact on nature's delicate balance. Let's find sustainable alternatives or ensure proper disposal methods so that our fight against Covid-19 doesn't inadvertently harm our beloved marine life. This thought-provoking image serves as a reminder that even in times of crisis, we must remain conscious stewards of our environment because every action counts - from wearing masks responsibly to safeguarding our seas from pollution caused by discarded PPE. (Photo credit: Mary Evans Picture Library)

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