Fish and plants that live in polluted water can absorb the poisons from the water. If eaten, the person could get sick. In polluted water, many fish and plants cannot live at all. Fortunately, there are rules in place - called regulations. These rules or regulations ensure that the wastes that are dumped, are properly cleaned so that you can fish, swim and enjoy the water.
Nature recycles fresh water.
Nature can only recycle so much, so it is important for you to take care of your water. Please do not throw trash in storm drains, toilets or spill something down a drain that should not be spilled there. Check with your mom or dad and ask them how you can help take care of the water.