“…Due to infiltration, diffuse and direct migration, and accumulation of pollutants, the unconsolidated nature of the sediments, abundant thick sandy sequence, and shallow water table of the study area, the observed concentration of metals may contaminate adjacent soils, ground and surface water resources in the monsoon season [10]. However, this scenario may be determined by the water chemistry and water-rock interaction [20,25,49,50]. In addition, based on the concentrations, duration, and routes of exposure, the observed Cd, Pb, Cr, Ni, Cu Mn, and Zn concentrations depict significant ecological and human health challenges if accumulated concentrations surpass the allowable standard values [51].…”