An indigenous monitoring group has set up a base on the banks of the Uraricoera River, one of the main rivers in the Yanomami Territory, to prevent miners from passing through.
The river is a route for those who still insist on illegal activities in the region.
The indigenous people claim that machinery, fuel and mercury are still being brought into the region.
As a result, minerals such as cassiterite and gold are being extracted and taken illegally.
According to the federal government, 92% of the areas that were active have been deactivated.
However, the logistics of a small portion that still resists have been the target of security and inspection forces.
In addition to the operations, the Federal Police are conducting an investigation to identify possible financiers.
Illegal mining activities have led to the worsening of the health of the Yanomami People and destruction of the environment.
From above, the scars are still visible.
With the decrease in mining activity, the rivers are returning to their natural appearance.
It will be up to scientists to understand whether the water and fish can be consumed.

Fuente: Agencia Amazon