The Problem with Illegal Dumping
Illegal dumping is an environmental and economic crisis that affects communities across the United States, and Arkansas is no exception. This issue not only harms the environment, but also poses serious public health risks, damages wildlife habitats, and burdens taxpayers with clean-up costs. Due to their great risks, illegal dumpsites are considered crime scenes. Since illegal dumping cannot be solved by the government’s efforts alone in Pulaski County, it’s crucial to take the necessary actions as a resident to stop the spread of illegal dumping.
What Can You Do to Help Solve Illegal Dumping?
- Educate Yourself and Others – Many people may not realize the seriousness of illegal dumping. Learn about the consequences it has on your community, surrounding nature, and your health. Also, learn about the legal consequences you can suffer with from fines to jail time. Then, share that with anyone you know. Especially people in your life that have dumped waste before.
- Encourage Community Involvement – Encourage your friends to participate in clean-up efforts or organize a clean-up event yourself with Keep Arkansas Beautiful. There are also numerous events throughout the year to participate in with Keep Arkansas Beautiful.
- Report Illegal Dumping – Please go to ReportDumping.com. Here, you can fill out all known information about an illegal dumpsite. Any information you provide on this website is kept strictly confidential.