On September 10, 2024, the municipality of Stemwede reported an increasing number of illegal dumpings of waste, including car tires and other waste. Mayor Kai Abruszat explained that the municipal yard employees recently had to dispose of 25 old tires in Oppenwehe. Such incidents are reported because they increase disposal costs for all citizens.
Source: https://www.radiowestfalica.de/nachrichten/muehlenkreis/detailansicht/zu-viel-wilder-muell-in-der-gemeinde-stemwede.html
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