12.4.2 Effect of Noise Pollution

. . Effect of Noise Pollution • According to the USEPA (United States Environmental Protection Agency) there are direct links between noise and health. Heart disease, high blood pressure, stress related illness, sleep disruption, hearing loss (deafness), and productivity loss are the problems related to noise pollution. • Increased stress and tension, nervousness, irritability, anxiety, depression and panic attacks. • Peptic ulcer, severe head ache, memory loss. • Marine animals are affected by noise pollution from offshore activities and port activities. • Fire crackers frighten animals. Birds are often affected by increased air traffic.