Open dumps worry the population of Brava Island and particularly those in neighboring areas

The open dump, which has become a focus of attention on Brava Island, has caused a series of problems for the local community and neighboring areas. The waste accumulated at the site has attracted animals, including birds and small mammals, which often spread the waste, making the situation even more unsustainable, in addition to the bad smell, environmental and visual pollution.

Furthermore, the dump has become a breeding ground for mosquitoes, which increases the risk of diseases transmitted by these insects. Residents of Brava Island and nearby regions have expressed concern about the possibility of disease outbreaks due to the presence of these vectors.

Another critical issue related to the dump is its potential impact on the island's water table. Inadequate disposal of waste, including chemicals and toxic materials, can harm the quality of groundwater and pollute the air, with the release of carbon dioxide from burning.

The mayor of Ilha Brava, in recent statements to Bravanews, acknowledged the existence of a plan to deal with the problem of open dumping. However, he pointed to the lack of resources in the short and medium term as a significant challenge for the immediate implementation of this solution.

The municipal representative of Ilha Brava reported that the local administration has been actively involved in the search for viable alternatives to deal with the issue of open dumping, recognizing the urgency in resolving this problem that directly affects the local community.

“Despite the existence of a plan or proposal to solve the problem”, the president of the City Council highlighted the “lack of financial and logistical resources necessary to implement this solution in the short and medium term. This lack of resources has been a considerable obstacle to the immediate resolution of the situation.”

He emphasized the need for assistance and investment from higher bodies, whether regional or national, to help facilitate the implementation of the proposed solution. This would be crucial to mitigate the negative impacts of open dumping on Brava Island and particularly the surrounding communities.

While the search for resources and support continues, the local community expresses the hope that measures will be taken as quickly as possible to resolve this issue, with a view to preserving public health, the environment and the well-being of the island's population. .

The population of Ilha Brava and the surrounding areas look forward to the implementation of effective measures to resolve the problems caused by open dumping. The issue not only concerns waste management, but also the protection of public health and the environment in the region.