We do Remove sewage waste water and disposal service using lorries/lorry in Kenya major towns of Nairobi, Nakuru & Eldoret by reaching us on 0721-155332

 

Soon we will have our sewage trucks serve you in Mombasa and Kisumu. Our exhauster trucks are in capacities of 18000 & 10000 liters and prices vary with distance traveled to the disposal area designated by NEMA  and the quantity of the lorry you choose for waste water removal service.

Sewage water, also known as wastewater, is water that has been used and contaminated by various domestic, industrial, agricultural, and commercial activities. It is a byproduct of daily human activities and industrial processes, containing a mixture of water, organic and inorganic matter, pathogens, chemicals, and other pollutants. Understanding sewage water is critical for environmental management, public health, and sustainable development.

Sources and Composition

Sewage water originates from several sources:

1. Domestic Sources: This refers to water utilized in homes for toilets, laundry, kitchens, and baths. Human waste (urine and feces), food leftovers, detergents, and other home pollutants are all found in domestic sewage.
2. Industrial Sources: Wastewater is released by industries during operations like manufacturing, chemical production, and electricity generating. Organic contaminants, heavy metals, and dangerous compounds are frequently found in this kind of waste.
3. Agricultural Sources: Soil sediments, fertilizers, insecticides, and animal feces are all washed into water bodies by runoff from farms and agricultural operations.
4. Stormwater Runoff: Pollutants include oil, grease, pesticides, and sediments are gathered by rainwater that runs through urban and rural regions and lands on rooftops, roadways, and other surfaces.

The composition of sewage water is complex and varies widely depending on its source. It typically contains:

  • Organic Matter: Human waste, food scraps, and plant material.
  • Inorganic Matter: Soil particles, salts, and metals.
  • Microorganisms: Bacteria, viruses, and parasites, some of which can cause diseases.
  • Nutrients: Nitrogen and phosphorus from fertilizers and human waste, which can lead to eutrophication in water bodies.
  • Chemicals: Detergents, solvents, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products.
  • Treatment and Management

    Sewage water treatment is essential to protect human health and the environment. Treatment processes are generally categorized into three levels:

    1. Primary Treatment: This involves the physical removal of large particles through screening and sedimentation. It reduces the total suspended solids and organic load in the sewage but does not remove dissolved substances.
    2. Secondary Treatment: This biological process degrades organic matter using microorganisms. Techniques such as activated sludge, trickling filters, and biofilms are employed to break down organic pollutants. Secondary treatment significantly reduces the biological oxygen demand (BOD) and the presence of pathogenic organisms.
    3. Tertiary Treatment: This advanced treatment aims to remove remaining contaminants, including nutrients, heavy metals, and residual chemicals. Methods include filtration, disinfection (using chlorine or UV light), and chemical precipitation. Tertiary treatment produces high-quality effluent suitable for discharge into sensitive ecosystems or for reuse in irrigation and industrial processes.
  • Impacts on the Environment and Health
    Sewage water that has not been appropriately treated or is untreated presents serious threats to public health and the environment. Sewage can contain the following contaminants: • Pollute Water Bodies: When untreated sewage is released into water, it contaminates the water, endangering aquatic life and ecosystems. Fish can die from algal blooms brought on by nutrient overload, which also lowers oxygen levels.
    Waterborne diseases including cholera, dysentery, and hepatitis can arise from the contamination of drinking water sources and recreational waterways by pathogens found in sewage.
    • Impact on Soil Quality: Crops and food safety may be negatively impacted by irrigation using untreated sewage.

     

  • Long-Term Remedies
    Integrated strategies are needed to address sewage water challenges:
    • Better Infrastructure: extending sewer networks and modernizing sewage treatment plants.
    • Innovative Technologies: creating built wetlands and membrane bioreactors, two examples of cutting-edge treatment technologies.
    • Rules and Policies: Enforcing stringent rules and guidelines for the handling of wastewater.
    • Raising Public Awareness: Teaching local populations the value of water conservation and appropriate sewage disposal.
    To sum up, sewage water management is essential to preserving environmental health, promoting sustainable development, and upholding public health. Our water resources may be protected for future generations and the negative impacts of sewage can be lessened by developing treatment technology and encouraging responsible behavior.

     

By kamjoe

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