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oa Stochastic Analysis of Organic Water Pollution Risks in the Lower Danube
- Publisher: European Association of Geoscientists & Engineers
- Source: Conference Proceedings, 18th International Conference Monitoring of Geological Processes and Ecological Condition of the Environment, Apr 2025, Volume 2025, p.1 - 5
Abstract
The stochastic analysis of organic water pollution risks in the lower Danube was conducted based on long-term monitoring data (2003–2024) from four key stations: Reni, Izmail, Kiliya, and Vylkove. The study assessed dissolved oxygen (DO) and biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), two critical indicators of water quality, using statistical methods and stochastic modeling. The results indicate a declining trend in DO, particularly in Kiliya and Vylkove, suggesting increasing oxygen depletion risks. In contrast, BOD levels show a rising trend, highlighting growing organic pollution pressures. The probability of exceeding critical pollution thresholds (DO < 6 mg/L, BOD > 3 mg/L) is highest in Vylkove (38.6% and 49.2%), marking it as the most vulnerable area. Reni exhibited the most stable conditions, benefiting from lower anthropogenic influence and better self-purification capacity. A spatial analysis revealed that pollution accumulates downstream, making Vylkove and Kiliya high-risk zones. Izmail had moderate pollution risks, while Reni maintained the best water quality. The Monte Carlo method was applied to quantify risk probabilities, and results were validated using empirical data and previous studies.