Pollution in Bekasi

Pollution in Bekasi

From Republika

Recently, thick fumes resembling fog with a strong smell have been noticeable in Bekasi. At first, I thought a resident must have been burning his garbage. But that was not the case.

The fumes appear in the morning and may reappear at dusk. We are very concerned with the pollution which gives rise to coughing and suffocation after a certain time.

We request the related agencies deal with the problem as soon as possible and we call for the preservation of clean air. Even though the fumes may be within the permissible threshold, they still strongly affect us. Aren't we entitled to a healthy environment? Please enforce the pertinent law.

Neighboring factories should adhere to the environmental law by strictly controlling their waste. By doing so they will participate in the protection of our country from environmental destruction.

SRI WAHYUNI

Bekasi