A comprehensive assessment of water quality and pollutant dynamics in the east coastal waters of Sidoarjo, two decades after the Lapindo mudflow disaster
Comprehensive assessment reveals long-term water quality effects from the Lapindo mudflow disaster in Sidoarjo coastal waters, highlighting urgent management needs.
Key Points
Stable temperature of 30.5 °C suggests minimal thermal impact over the past two decades, indicating resilience.
Copper concentrations observed were significantly higher than regulatory limits, raising concerns for aquatic life and ecosystem health.
Data analysis utilized principal component analysis to identify pollution sources impacting water quality, particularly from the Porong River.
Long-term baseline dataset supports the need for improved coastal management and adaptive aquaculture practices in Sidoarjo.