Os impactos ambientais nos reservatórios hídricos de abastecimento da cidade de Monte Horebe - PB.

Abstract

Pollution of aquatic ecosystems is continually increasing rapidly on a global scale. This process is very worrying, especially in areas that suffer from the scarcity of this resource due to climatic factors. Thus, the present work aims to analyze the environmental impacts that affect the water reservoirs of the city of Monte Horebe, Paraíba. For the procedure of this study, we used the descriptive mode with qualitative approach through systematic observation. Data analysis was done deductively. The research pointed as negative impacts the removal of riparian forest, the lack of basic sanitation, the dumping of garbage, the practice of livestock, pig farming and agriculture developed near the reservoirs. It is concluded that the identified impacts are related to urban sprawl, organic matter production, solid and sanitary waste, poor land use in conjunction with inadequate resource management. In addition, it is understood the need for investments in public policies for preservation and regulation of city reservoirs, as well as encouraging environmental education.