URGENT NOTICE: Close windows and doors if downwind from landfill fire for those with respiratory challenges

URGENT NOTICE FOR BROADCAST & ONLINE MEDIA

For Immediate Release: Monday, November 14, 2016/N287

GREAT BAY, Sint Maarten (DCOMM) – The Fire Department, is advising persons living downwind from the landfill fire, to close windows and doors, especially persons who have a respiratory challenge, and for persons who suffer from asthma, shortness of breath, or any other respiratory challenges.

The Fire Department is monitoring the situation at the landfill on Pond Island.  The company responsible for the management of the landfill is working diligently to keep the fire under control.

 

Department of Communications (DCOMM), Philipsburg, Sint Maarten D.W.I.

Tel. + 721 543-1162, 542-4119, Fax: 543-1169;

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.; Website: www.sintmaartengov.org

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