An illegal landfill of 1 hectare discovered in Odesa region: who will be responsible for the pollution.

Ecologists discovered an illegal landfill in the Bilhorod-Dnistrovskyi region of Odesa. Inspectors accuse the Uspenivka village council and the local utility company of its creation.

In the village of Kryva Balka, the ecological inspection found a large illegal landfill covering an area of 1 hectare. Inspectors accused the Uspenivka village council and the local utility company of its creation.

Soil analysis showed a significant excess of harmful substances, indicating that the site has suffered severe pollution. According to preliminary estimates, the damage to the environment amounted to over 30 million UAH.

What punishment is threatened

Inspectors are preparing to hand over the materials to the police on the signs of an offense under Art. 239 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine (pollution or deterioration of land). The offenders face a fine of up to 68 thousand UAH and a ban on holding certain positions for 3 years.

We remind you that recently we wrote about the pollution of the Odesa coast with fuel oil. Also, about the discharge of palm oil into the Black Sea.

Ecologists found a large illegal landfill in the Bilhorod-Dnistrovskyi region of Odesa, which is backed by the local village council and utility company. Inspectors are preparing materials for transfer to the police, facing fines of up to 68 thousand UAH and a ban on certain positions for 3 years.