On Wednesday, June 19, at 12:00 p.m., the Medici Castle of Ottaviano will host an important meeting on the Land of Fires, chaired by the Prefect of Naples, Michele di Bari. The meeting will bring together the mayors of the Vesuvian area, the Campania region's Chief of Staff for the fight against waste fires, law enforcement officials, and the Commander of the Campania Army Group as part of Operation Safe Roads - Land of Fires.
La Land of fires It is one of Italy's most serious environmental emergencies, characterized by illegal waste dumping and burning, which has devastated vast areas of Campania. These fires not only pollute the environment but also pose a serious threat to public health, releasing toxic and carcinogenic substances into the air. With summer just around the corner, the situation risks worsening further, making an immediate and effective action plan essential.
The meeting was convened to discuss and implement new initiatives to address this crisis during the 2024 summer season. The Prefect of Bari emphasized the need for a coordinated, multidisciplinary approach involving all relevant stakeholders.
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