Landfills continue to pollute vicinities
Study shows high leachate levels remain untreated
The haphazard dumping of garbage at various landfills outside the City has taken a toll on the health of residents in surrounding villages. Leachate, a toxic fluid which is often discharged from decomposing urban organic waste has been responsible for the contamination of both groundwater and surface water in areas around the dumping grounds.
Publication Date:
29/10/2012