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Chemicals detected in water and fish
23/09/2026
Several chemical substances were detected by the NMA in water and fish samples from the Saramacca River area; because the substances and their concentrations were initially not fully known, authorities advised against using the river water, consuming fish from the affected area, or coming into contact with the contaminated water.
Overheid van de Republiek Suriname (2026)
Overheid van de Republiek Suriname. (2026, September 23). Gezondheid, voedselveiligheid en jachtwild onderdeel van vervolgaanpak Saramaccarivier. https://gov.sr/gezondheid-voedselveiligheid-en-jachtwild-onderdeel-van-vervolgaanpak-saramaccarivier/