Illegal dumpsites a health hazard: Ema

THE Environmental Management Agency (Ema) has bemoaned the mushrooming of illegal dumpsites in urban areas across the country, adding that they were posing a serious health hazard, especially during the rainy season.

Ema spokesperson Liberty Mugadza yesterday told NewsDay that children’s health was at risk due to illegal dumpsites.

“Illegally dumped materials contain toxic substances, sharp objects, nappies, contaminated medical waste, asbestos and tyres, just to mention a few. 

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