Residents of Father Street in Makeni City, Sierra Leone, are facing an escalating public health hazard due to a growing pile of garbage that has raised serious concerns within the community.

Despite the repeated appeals from the locals, the Makeni City Council has been slow or seemingly unresponsive in addressing the waste accumulation in this particular area, causing distress among the residents.

The accumulating waste has resulted in a hazardous environment, severely impacting the health and well-being of the neighborhood. Concerns over potential disease outbreaks and environmental pollution have prompted urgent calls from the affected community to the relevant authorities for immediate intervention.

“Clean Makeni,” a community-driven initiative, has highlighted the deteriorating situation at Father Street, stressing the pressing need for immediate and effective measures to tackle the mounting garbage issue. The citizens, distressed by the council’s apparent inaction, are now imploring higher authorities to intervene and swiftly address the escalating health risks caused by the unattended waste pile.

The gravity of the situation has led to heightened anxiety among residents, who fear the adverse health implications if the problem persists. Immediate and concerted efforts are essential to mitigate the health hazards and restore a clean and safe environment for the people of Father Street and the wider Makeni City.

Authorities are being urgently called upon to prioritize the clearing of the garbage and take proactive steps to prevent similar situations in the future, underscoring the crucial need for swift and effective waste management strategies in the area.