Kuwait’s environmental authorities have assured the public that both drinking water and seawater are safe following an extensive period of testing and monitoring. Abdullah Al-Yateem, Director of the Chemical Testing Department at the Environment Public Authority (EPA), revealed that analyses conducted over the past six weeks found no evidence of harmful chemical contaminants.
He emphasized that marine life, including fish and shellfish, as well as seabed sediments, show no signs of pollution, indicating a stable environmental condition. The EPA continues its routine inspections across Kuwait’s northern, central, and southern marine zones, collecting water samples and measuring critical environmental parameters such as temperature, salinity, dissolved oxygen, and pH levels to evaluate water quality comprehensively.
Samples are processed under strict scientific protocols before undergoing detailed laboratory examination. Advanced instruments like spectrometers and chromatographs are employed to detect even trace amounts of pollutants, including heavy metals and hydrocarbons. Quality assurance measures, such as regular calibration and the use of reference standards, guarantee that the results adhere to international benchmarks.
Monitoring efforts extend beyond water analysis to include marine organisms and seabed sediments, which serve as long-term indicators of environmental health and help identify any emerging contamination within the marine ecosystem. Surveillance has been intensified during the seasonal shift toward summer, a time typically marked by increased biological activity in marine environments.
Despite this heightened monitoring, all environmental indicators remain within normal ranges, with no unusual or alarming findings reported. The EPA also highlighted ongoing improvements in its technical capabilities through laboratory upgrades, the integration of modern analytical technologies, and specialized personnel training. Authorities reaffirm that the overall environmental status is stable and continues to be closely monitored.
