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Liquid Waste Dumped: Public May Pay for Cleanup
15 Apr
Summary
- Large containers of liquid waste, possibly paint, were dumped.
- The incident poses a risk to the local environment.
- Public may bear the cost if culprits aren't found.
Dorset Council is facing a significant fly-tipping incident where large containers of liquid waste, suspected to be oil-based paint, were dumped near Bloxworth and Morden on the A35. The substance has leaked onto the carriageway and into a drainage channel, presenting a clear risk to the local environment.
A complex clean-up operation is currently underway, requiring temporary traffic lights and lane closures to allow specialist contractors access. Due to the volume and spread of the material, only about half has been cleared so far. Council officials emphasize that this is not household waste and would not be accepted at recycling centres.
Councillor Jon Andrews highlighted the seriousness of the incident, noting the disruption to a key route and the need for specialist work. The council's priority is responsible waste disposal and environmental protection, but they are also actively seeking to identify those responsible. Failure to identify the culprits could result in the public footing the substantial clean-up bill.
