Fatshimetrie: A thorough investigation into the crisis of the landfill site in Arab al-Aliqat
Fatshimetrie conducted a thorough investigation into the alarming situation of the landfill site in Arab al-Aliqat, located in the Khanka region, Egypt. An official source from Qalyubia governorate confirmed the formation of a high-level committee, in coordination with a specialized committee from the Ministries of Health and Environment, to inspect the site.
The recent tragedy that claimed the lives of three people and injured six others following exposure to an unknown substance buried in the site has highlighted the urgency for action. The brother of one of the victims revealed that his brother, who was working collecting waste with others inside the site, fell ill after being exposed to an unknown substance contained in plastic barrels destroyed in the site.
Despite being transferred to the Emergency Center of Al-Damardash Hospital, he unfortunately succumbed, as did two other victims. This tragedy raises questions about waste management and the safety of workers at the site.
In 2013, the Governor of Qalyubia took the decision to move the landfill site from the city of Arab al-Aliqat to the desert in response to the demands of residents. However, the current situation demonstrates that additional measures must be taken to ensure the safety and health of workers and residents near the site.
Fatshimetrie calls on the relevant authorities to intensify their efforts to resolve this crisis and to put in place strict safety measures to prevent such tragedies in the future. It is essential to protect the environment and public health by ensuring effective management of landfill sites and ensuring that safety standards are respected at all times.
In conclusion, Fatshimetrie’s investigation highlights the urgency of action to resolve the Arab al-Aliqat landfill crisis. It is time for authorities to take concrete steps to ensure the safety of workers and residents, while ensuring that such tragedies do not happen again in the future.