KUALA LUMPUR: THE Perak government is seeking federal help to probe into claims of illegal mining and export of sand from the state. ‘Rampant sand dredging has harmful environmental, health effects’Rampant sand dredging along Sungai Perak can lead to disastrous environmental and health effects. The sand mining had, on several occasions, forced the closure of treatment plants because their pumps were clogged. These constituents would lead to health implications,” he said, adding that the negative impact from sand mining would be exacerbated during the dry season. Instead of helping to ensure the survival of the species, we are allowing sand mining to destroy their landing points.

Source: New Strait Times December 17, 2017 01:52 UTC