Brazilian Journal of Enviromnent
Open Access Journal
CiteScore
0.5
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B3
2017-2021
quadriênio
Open Access Journal
0.5
Indexada na
SCOPUS
B3
2017-2021
quadriênio
Planejamento e Meio Ambiente | Vol. 13 Issue 2 (2025)
Published in July 21, 2025
Coastal zones, characterized by high population density, have become strategic tourist destinations, exerting a strong influence on urban management. However, the disordered occupation of these areas has led to the expansion of sewage networks and significant discharge of organic material into water bodies, resulting in progressive environmental degradation. This study evaluates the physicochemical conditions of surface waters in the coastal system near the municipality of Salinópolis, specifically between the tide channels of Destacado and Marumipi, which directly interact with the urbanized areas of the city. The objective is to quantify the impact of tourism on water quality and to analyze how seasonal variations in precipitation affect the system, considering current environmental guidelines. The methodology involved in situ measurements conducted biweekly using a HANNA water multi-analyzer- model HI98194- allowing for the determination of physicochemical variables such as temperature, total dissolved solids (TDS), salinity, pH, and dissolved oxygen (DO). The results showed a strong influence of precipitation on these variables, particularly in temperature, salinity, and TDS levels. The pH remained within an alkaline range, while DO values exhibited concerning reductions, suggesting excessive oxygen consumption associated with the presence of organic matter from domestic sewage. Furthermore, the influence of urbanization was more pronounced during periods of high tourist flow, reinforcing the need for effective environmental
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Copyright (c) 2025 Msc., Sr., Sr°, Dr., Dr., Denise Freitas de Souza Corrêa , Vando Gomes
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