Nakhon Ratchasima Faces Waste Crisis as Military Halts Disposal

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In Nakhon Ratchasima, a mounting waste crisis has led to the military ordering the cessation of waste disposal at a key facility, impacting 34 local administrative organisations. The rubbish disposal site in Mueang district, particularly Zone C of the landfill, has become overwhelmed, far exceeding its capacity with a backlog reaching over 334,863 tonnes—well above the agreed limit of 200,000 tonnes.

 

The Second Army Area's ban on dumping began on April 11, a necessary measure due to the accumulation exceeding both the permissible tonnage and the 2.5-metre height threshold. Previously, temporary extensions and relaxed conditions were granted, but the continuous buildup of waste has resulted in significant adverse effects on nearby communities, with reports of unpleasant odours and wastewater negatively impacting residents' health.

 

The 34 affected organisations have asked Nakhon Ratchasima Governor Chaiwat Chuenkosum for immediate assistance. They propose a range of solutions, including auctioning the waste for conversion into refuse-derived fuel and intermittently storing waste in Zone B. This zone has been permitted to accommodate up to 350 tonnes daily until April 21, with complete clearance expected by April 30.

 

 

 

To prevent illegal dumping, military personnel are vigilantly monitoring Zone C, with temporary adjustments allowing for waste storage in Zone B. Meanwhile, the average daily waste has reduced to 350 tonnes, thanks to a strong emphasis on the 3R measures (reduce, reuse, recycle) advocated by Kampanat Butto, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Nakhon Ratchasima Municipality.

 

Plans are underway to involve private enterprises in purchasing the accumulated waste, a move expected to alleviate the burden on local facilities once regular municipal operations resume. However, the crisis has already severely impacted local communities. Residents, such as those in Ban Nong Pling Mai, led by community leader Jamlong Mahingsadej, have been suffering from respiratory issues due to lingering odours and polluted water, which has also damaged local aquatic ecosystems.

 

The situation calls for urgent coordinated efforts to manage waste effectively, protect public health, and ensure sustainable waste management practices are in place to prevent future crises, reported The Thaiger.

 

-- 2025-04-16

 

 

[hotchilli]

Dump it on the governors front lawn

[PETERTHEEATER]

Birmingham Council in the UK could give them some tips......

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Nakhon Ratchasima Faces Waste Crisis as Military Halts Disposal.

 

Nothing new here ,they know what they suppose to do (planning ahead) but they Don't/didn't.

Let the governor sort it Park the  rubbish trucks at his place .

 

 

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Twinned with Birmingham UK