Noel Avalos

Noel Avalos is a resident of Copapayo, a village near Lake Suchitlán in El Salvador, who became a voice for the local community affected by the ecological crisis in the lake. He recalls the shocking event when thousands of dead fish washed ashore, highlighting the deteriorating conditions of the lake that have disrupted the livelihoods of local fishers. Avalos emphasizes the dire need for attention to the environmental neglect and pollution affecting the lake, which has become crucial for food security and public health.