Residents ‘May Encounter Unpleasant Odours’
The Ministry advised that biannual septage disposal operations at Marsh Folly are underway and “residents near the Marsh Folly Composting facility may encounter unpleasant odours” however there is “no environmental risk.”
A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works advises that its Biannual Septage Disposal Operations began today, Monday, 10 February, and will continue through Friday, 14 February.
“As a result of these operations, residents near the Marsh Folly Composting facility may encounter unpleasant odours.
“However, despite the odours, the Ministry assures residents and the general public that there is no environmental risk.
“The working hours will be from 7.30 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily.
As a note, the process is as follows:
- The Tynes Bay Septage Receiving Facility collects residential and commercial cesspit waste from around the Island.
- Every six months, the Tynes Bay Septage Receiving Facility must remove these waste solids and transport them to Marsh Folly.
- The Ministry uses the best health safety and environmental practices while executing these procedures.
“The Ministry apologises for any inconvenience caused and thanks the public for their patience, cooperation, and understanding while these necessary works are being conducted.”
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