Abstract

EFFECT OF MOBILE TOWER RADIATION ON BIRDS IN BIJAPUR DISTRICT, CHHATTISGARH

Devendra Kumar Durgam, Dr. Shweta Sao and Dr. R. K. Singh*

ABSTRACT

A field survey was conducted on effect of mobile tower radiation on birds in Bijapur district (c.g.) from January to June 2017, in different sites of mobile tower situated in this area. This survey identifies species of bird present in before and after mobile tower. Electromagnetic radiation from Cell phone and cell tower affects the birds, environment. When birds are exposed to weak electromagnetic fields, they disorient and fly in all directions, which harm their natural navigational abilities. A large number of birds like pigeons, sparrows, swans are getting lost due to interference from the “unseen enemy”, i.e. mobile tower. It has also been noted of late that animals used near mobile towers are prone to various dangers and threats to life including still births, spontaneous abortions, birth deformities, behavioral problems and general decline on overall health. Electromagnetic pollution is a possible cause for deformations and decline of some amphibian populations too. Apart from birds and animals, electromagnetic radiation emanating from cell towers can also affect vegetable, crop and plants in its vicinity. This study aims at studying the possible effects of Electromagnetic Radiations on birds and other mentioned living beings.

Keywords: Electromagnetic radiation; Cell phone and cell tower; hazards; Environment, Radio frequency, Health effects.