If potential contamination sources are prevented from locating over critical recharge areas, the risk of contamination can be greatly reduced. Careful use and proper disposal of the chemicals causing contamination are also necessary. Industries, farmers and homemakers located above groundwater supplies need to practice good management with respect to the use and disposal of chemicals. Regulations that govern the use and disposal of hazardous wastes need to be enforced. An equally important step is to make people aware of their potential impacts on groundwater.
Action is needed now to protect our valuable groundwater resources in many vulnerable areas.
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