#prayalert - Hazardous Pollution in the Brazilian AmazonLaura Gish - 5 Mar 2014

Industrial pollution threatens lives in Brazil.

It’s produced from the intermediate production of steel in Brazil’s Amazon region. The waste product, called “munha,” is highly flammable, especially in drier weather. But regardless of its potential danger, the munha is dumped on roadsides near local villages. 

Recently, an 8-year-old boy lost his life just by stepping in the hazardous muhna — his legs were burned up to his knees. Even though the locals’ knowledge of the danger has helped lessen the number of accidents, they still happen.  

But the toxic muhna isn’t the only pollution problem in Brazil. In addition to the hazardous mounds of muhna, air pollution has become a topic of increasing concern.

Locals tell stories of a young girl dying from dust in her lungs. An elderly woman talked of how she has lived longer than most of her grandchildren, because from their birth they have daily been exposed to unclean air.

Water, soil and air pollution make it impossible for locals to continue living in their current location. 

For those affected by this environmental crisis, God wants to bring hope and healing! Will you join me in praying for those affected by dangerous pollution in Brazil?

Pray for …

•    Locals affected by air pollution and muhna to be relocated quickly.
•    The steel production company and workers to implement ways to lessen pollution.
•    People to be exposed to the power of God’s Word to bring hope and transformation.
•    Healing for those who have become sick due to exposure of these harmful pollutants.

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