KOTA KINABALU: The state's Environmental Protection Department (EPD) is investigating an alleged pollution incident at a northern Kudat beach adjacent to a silica sand mining operation.
However, Tourism, Culture and Environment Datuk Christina Liew said that initial finding was that the"darkish brown" pollutants were from a natural pond outside the mining area that had flowed into the white sand beach.
"According to the department, the 'dark water' may be a normal characteristic of the water in that particular area because of the soil type and its proximity to the mangrove area. "However, the EPD will further investigate the situation," Liew said Tuesday when asked about the pollution on the beach which raised concerns among the public who shared photos on social media groups.
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