Japan is set to assist in addressing the situation at the Navotas Sanitary Landfill following the massive fire that recently broke out in the area.
A team of Japanese disaster relief (JDR) experts, composed of seven members, arrived in Manila yesterday.
According to the Embassy of Japan in the Philippines, the group will assess the incident and provide technical advice on firefighting operations, air pollution measurement and assessment, as well as waste management.
The team is expected to coordinate with the Philippine government to closely monitor the situation and help reduce health risks in affected communities.
Earlier this week, the Bureau of Fire Protection said it has begun a “soil cover operation” at the site.
In recent days, “very unhealthy” air quality levels have also been observed due to the landfill fire.
(PHOTO COURTESY: Embassy of Japan in the Philippines)
