Below you will find shocking video footage of the
effect of Aluminum mining in Jamaica. These effects causes serious
long-term problems to people and the environment. to view these
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Aluminum
Mining |
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The Aluminum Mining industry in Jamaica
provides an incredible danger to the environment and
the people who live there. This video shows the mining
industry in action and the pollution it causes. |
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Effects
on Animal Life |
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The pollution from the mining industry
not only effects the air and water, but also soaks into
the soil. Thus, making the entire area bad for any type
of life. See this shocking video to see the what has
happened to animals who once lived on this section of
Jamaica. |
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Resident
Interviews I |
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Part I. Listen to what some of the people
who live close to this dangerous area have to say. Hear
the continuous and harmful effects the pollution has
had on them. |
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Bayer
Process |
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AS close up view how the Alumina is
processes from the land and how it effects our environment. |
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Mining
Factory |
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See one of the factories where the Aluminum
is processed. See the constant fumes delivered to the
air and our environment. |
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The Mud
Lake Part I |
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Part I. Listen to what some of the people
who live close to this dangerous area have to say. Hear
the continuous and harmful effects the pollution has
had on them. |
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The Mud
Lake Part II |
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Part II. This use to a clear lake with
lots of life. What it is now is a place to dispose of
toxic waste. This "Mud Lake" is the residue
from the Aluminum Mining in the area. The lake is now
a thick burning acid; dangerous to all life. |
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Resident
Interviews Part II |
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Listen to what some of the people who
live close to this dangerous area have to say. Hear
the continuous and harmful effects the pollution has
had on them. |
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Resident
Interviews Part III |
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Part III. Listen to what some of the
people who live close to this dangerous area have to
say. Hear the continuous and harmful effects the pollution
has had on them. |
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Acid Rain
Water |
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See the effects from the acid rain on
the homes of the people living in Jamaica. See how the
water look like as it contaminates the environment. |
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Little
Boy |
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This little child was scared from the
effects of the mud lake. The resideue from the mud lake
is a strong, thick acid which can be fatal. |
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Resident
Interviews IV |
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Part IV. Listen to what some of the
people who live close to this dangerous area have to
say. Hear the continuous and harmful effects the pollution
has had on them. |
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Protest:
In the News Part I |
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Part I. The people of Jamaica protest
against this pollution, destruction of their land ,
and physical harm to themselves. This news report captures
the story and generates greater public awareness on
this big issue. |
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Protest:
In the News Part II |
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Part II. The people of Jamaica protest
against this pollution, destruction of their land ,
and physical harm to themselves. This news report captures
the story and generates greater public awareness on
this big issue. |
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