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of these problems is pollution. The water of the lake is polluted by pesticides and fertilizers that flow through it through groundwater flowing into it. There is rubbish everywhere in and out of the water and this spoils the image of the area. Many remorseless people burn the reeds. Apart from destroying the flora, this is also dangerous for the fauna. Our lake is polluted by the drainage of the village cesspools. In recent years, however, some efforts have been made to change this situation. Sewage systems and biological treatments are under way.
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Suggested Solutions The lake sends an SOS message. It wasn’t always in this situation. A few years ago, the habitants used to swim in the lake. More measures need to be taken in order to protect it. Those who pollute the lake and burn the reeds must be severely punished. Pesticides should also be gradually reduced and crops should be made organic. The image of the lake should be made even better by creating an Information Centre in order to raise the awareness of the inhabitants and visitors. There could also be various
activities such as boat tours. At our school we take many initiatives such as proposing ideas for the lake and sending them to the mayor. If we all contribute to its protection, it will become a famous attraction all over Greece. We love our lake and we would like the best for it. If you have the opportunity to pass by our place it is worth a visit. Sources: "I once met a lake" _Vegoritida Protection Association. 2007 "The call of the lake (Educational material about Veg-
oritida)"_ Edessa Environmental Education Center, 2011 Drawings: Arnissa - Vegoritida with reeds - fish and birds - Map of Vegoritida - the Mosque (Dimitris Liasis), Vegoritida with pier (Maria Theodorou), Vegoritida with fish (Katerina Theodorou). Editing: Dimitris Liasis – 6th Grade Teacher in Charge: Ilias Kartas Primary School of Arnissa, Pella Translator: Charta Melina - Xanthippi Avramidou English Teacher
