Group complains of foul smell

JAMBI: An environmental group in Jambi has complained about an unpleasant smell from untreated garbage due to the tardiness of the city administration in dealing with the problem.

Director of the Center for Community and Environment Advocacy (PALM) Sigit Eko Yuwono said on Thursday the foul smell had disturbed local residents.

The city administration ought immediately to deal with the garbage problem, otherwise it could cause disease.

"The huge amount of garbage, combined with heavy rain, could threaten people's health," Sigit said.

He added the volume of garbage around the city had increased during the Idul Fitri holiday. --Antara