In Myanmar, Campaigners Say No to Trash Burning Over Health Hazards
In Myanmar, Campaigners Say No to Trash Burning Over Health Hazards
Dry crop stubble is set alight on the outskirts of Yangon in early 2020. / Htet Wai / The Irrawaddy
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By Zaw Zaw Htwe 23 December 2020
YANGON Since the end of the rainy season, air pollution in Myanmar’s commercial capital, Yangon, has frequently reached the “red” danger level, which is hazardous to residents’ health. Contributing to the problem is the burning of trash and dead leaves in many areas in the early mornings and evenings. The cool season brings falling leaves, and many Myanmar people burn them without giving it much thought, and with little concern for public health.