THE Umbango River Conservancy has issued a stern warning to businesses and individuals who dump waste along the district road bordering Lions Grove and Bhobhoyi.
This comes after numerous attempts to stop culprits from dumping along this beautiful indigenous forest had failed.
Chairman of the Umbango River Conservancy, Morgan Naidoo, said fighting illegal dumping at scenic spots on our coastline is a ‘serious’ problem.
“Illegal dumping has really marred this pristine forest and this has been allowed to get out of hand. It will cost the ratepayer a considerable sum of money to rehabilitate the forest. These offenders have the means and resources to transport their waste to the proper designated areas,” said Mr Naidoo.
Some of items that were seen dumped along the road included tyres, building rubble, household rubbish, garden refuse and much more.
Mr Naidoo suggested that signs be posted along illegal dumping spots directing people to the transfer stations.
The fine for dumping, depending on the nature of waste material, can go up to R5 000.
Mr Naidoo urged locals to be vigilant and report the culprits to the police.
