Through the esteemed columns I would like to say about the dangers of littering facemasks and gloves.
Environmentalists have warned about the risks to birds and animals from discarded masks and plastic gloves used to protect against the coronavirus.
It was reported that a bird was found with a blue medical face mask wrapped under its beak and wing. The mask appeared to have blown into a tree.
This bird was caught in a tree for two days. The mask’s elastic ear material was also wrapped around its neck. Unfortunately the bird did not make it.
Gloves are also dangerous for animals.
The plastic crisis affects every single one of us. It litters our beaches, pollutes our waterways and chokes our wildlife. We must protect those who can’t speak for themselves and we must continue to spread awareness and educate our communities before it’s too late.
