The local news reports that chemical runoff from a nearby What short-term symptoms of exposure to pesticides
pesticide plant released toxic chemicals into a nearby should the health department warn viewers about?
water source. Many people rely on this source for
drinking water. The news station interviews officials from O People may feel nauseous or experience dizziness
the local health department, who have issued an alert following exposure to the water.
because current water readings have very high
People may exhibit symptoms characteristic of
concentration levels of contaminants.
damage to the nervous system.
There is concern that cancer can occur in those
who drink the contaminated water.
Infertility rates may increase within this community
affected by the recent release.