13132608. Used surgical glove drifting at sea, along with other plastic waste

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13132608. Used surgical glove drifting at sea, along with other plastic waste

Used surgical glove drifting at sea, along with other plastic waste. Single-use masks, gloves and bottles of sanitizer shielding us from the spread of COVID-19 are ending up on the streets, in the seas and among wildlife. The coronavirus crisis is producing more and more waste that is either contaminated or not economical to recycle, and would be even if the recycling infrastructure was still running at full capacity. Date

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EDITORS COMMENTS
Lost at Sea: A Glove's Great Adventure in the Plastic Pandemic". In this snapshot captured by Mary Evans Picture Library, we witness a peculiar sight that perfectly encapsulates the global struggle against COVID-19. Amidst a vast expanse of ocean waves, an abandoned surgical glove drifts aimlessly alongside other discarded plastic waste. As our world battles the contagious spread of the coronavirus, single-use masks, gloves, and bottles of sanitizer have become essential shields for humanity. However, their unintended consequence has been an alarming surge in pollution on land and sea. This surreal image serves as a stark reminder that our fight to protect ourselves is inadvertently harming wildlife and polluting our precious oceans. The once pristine blue waters now bear witness to this new threat – contaminated plastics invading marine habitats like unwelcome guests crashing a party. The sheer volume of infectious waste generated during this pandemic overwhelms recycling efforts and poses significant risks to both nature and human health. Let us reflect upon this photograph as a call to action; it urges us all to be mindful stewards of our environment while navigating these challenging times. Together, we can find innovative solutions to combat COVID-19 without sacrificing the well-being of our planet or its inhabitants. So next time you don your personal protective equipment (PPE), remember that responsible disposal is just as crucial as its usage – because even amidst turbulent seas, small actions can make big waves in preserving our beautiful Earth.

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