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House Summons Officials Over Environmental Crisis in Grand Gedeh, Maryland

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August 15, 2024
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House Summons Officials Over Environmental Crisis in Grand Gedeh, Maryland

Monrovia – The House of Representatives Leadership has summoned several key government officials to address the severe environmental crisis affecting Grand Gedeh and Maryland Counties. This decision follows a formal request by Honorable Jeremiah Garwo Sokan Sr., Representative of District 1, Grand Gedeh County, who called for an assessment of the ongoing crisis and the formulation of an effective response.

The environmental disaster began on June 23, 2024, when a tailings valve at the Ity Gold Mines in Ivory Coast ruptured, releasing 3,000 liters of toxic mud into the Cavalla River. The spill has led to widespread fish deaths and serious health issues among local residents, including cases of vomiting and diarrhea.

In response to the escalating crisis, the House Leadership has summoned Dr. Emmanuel Urey Yarkpawolo, Executive Director of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA); Sara Beysolow Nyanti, Minister of Foreign Affairs; Cllr. Neto Zarzar Lighe Sr., Commissioner of the Liberia Maritime Authority; and Wilmot Paye, Minister of Mines & Energy, for a briefing scheduled for Monday, August 19, 2024.

These officials are expected to provide detailed updates on the situation, assessments of the impact, and proposed measures to address and mitigate the crisis. Representative Sokan emphasized the urgent need for a coordinated response to protect public health and the environment.

“This intervention is crucial for addressing the immediate crisis and ensuring that comprehensive measures are put in place to prevent future environmental disasters,” stated Honorable Sokan.

The briefing is anticipated to be a pivotal moment in crafting an effective response strategy and enhancing cross-border communication to safeguard the affected communities.

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