As a high school freshman and a proud member of the Clean Coast Collaborative, I had the incredible opportunity to participate in Ocean Day on May 7 in Sacramento. Alongside three other dedicated s…
Eric Camberos at California’s 2024 Ocean Day in Sacramento advocating to “Heal Our Coast.” As a high school freshman and a proud member of the Clean Coast Collaborative, I had the incredible opportunity to participate in Ocean Day on May 7 in Sacramento.
We brought our knowledge, passion and a shared commitment to making a difference. While we were well-versed in various environmental issues, such as plastic consumption and water pollution, our primary focus was on shedding light on the grave environmental and public health crisis affecting our community in Imperial Beach from Tijuana River Valley sewage pollution.
During Ocean Day, each of us shared our personal experiences and insights into living in a community plagued by sewage pollution. We painted a vivid picture of the challenges we face on a daily basis, from the heartbreaking sight of constant beach closures to the very real health risks posed by contaminated water. In a recentthe Surfrider Foundation stated that “some toxins are aerosolizing and contaminating the air in Imperial Beach and other nearby border communities.
The experience of advocating for solutions to Tijuana River Valley sewage pollution on Ocean Day was transformative. We felt empowered to stand before decision-makers and lawmakers, voice our concerns and advocate for the changes we wish to see in our community. I felt a sense of pride and determination in addressing the conditions of our community and the impact of border pollution on our lives.
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