From Noxious Fumes to Empty Promises: Yerevan’s Ongoing Battle with Its ‘Toxic Bomb’ Dumpsite – EUROP INFO

From Noxious Fumes to Empty Promises: Yerevan’s Ongoing Battle with Its ‘Toxic Bomb’ Dumpsite – EUROP INFO

YEREVAN – For decades, residents of Yerevan have endured the persistent threat posed by a hazardous dumpsite ominously nicknamed the city’s “toxic bomb.” Once a repository for noxious industrial waste and hazardous materials, the site has long jeopardized public health and the environment. Despite repeated promises from local authorities to remediate the area and implement strict regulations, progress remains elusive. This article delves into Ye…