Problem of Improper Disposal of Infectious Waste - City of Yokohama, May 2002
Improper treatment of infectious waste has been uncovered in Yokohama City. The problem is that some contractors incinerated medical waste at 800°C, which is lower than the standard temperature of 1200°C, and also illegally dumped approximately 500 tons of untreated waste per year. As a result, dioxin, lead, and other toxic substances have been dispersed into the air and soil, posing a health risk to nearby residents. Yokohama City is working with "Hitachi Medical" to establish a new incineration plant capable of treating waste at temperatures of 1,200°C or higher, with the aim of ensuring proper waste management.
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