×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Home To Bold Columnists
★★★★ - on Play Store
Read on the App

Tear gas and burning of tyres pose threat to the entire ecosystem

A police officer attempts to extinguish a burning tyre lit along Outering Road near Donholm during protests. [Edward Kiplimo, Standard]

Uncontrolled use of tear gas and burning of tyres releases pollutants that affect the air, soil and water bodies. The impact affects both human and the environment.

The pollutants' health effects and impact depend on the length and degree of exposure.

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week
Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimized reading experience
  • Weekly Newsletters
  • MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted
Already a subscriber? Log in