Chiquita Canyon Landfill in California closes Jan 1, 2025, amid economic and environmental issues.

The Chiquita Canyon Landfill in California will cease operations on January 1, 2025, due to economic constraints resulting from regulatory pressures. Despite the closure, environmental and health issues caused by noxious odors from a chemical reaction in the landfill will persist. Los Angeles County is planning a comprehensive assessment of the closure's impact on waste management and community health, and has filed a lawsuit against the landfill's operators for failing to control emissions and manage environmental systems properly.

December 31, 2024
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