Tunisia Sanitation Office Urges Proper Disposal of Eid Sacrifice Waste

Tunisia's National Sanitation Office (ONAS) has issued an appeal to citizens to exercise caution during the Eid al-Adha holiday and refrain from disposing of sacrificial animal waste into the sewage system. The office highlighted the significant environmental and technical damage that such actions can cause to the country's sanitation infrastructure.

In a public awareness campaign, ONAS explained that the haphazard disposal of waste from sacrifices into the wastewater network leads to severe blockages and malfunctions. This not only disrupts the proper functioning of the system but also results in the emission of foul odors and widespread environmental pollution, negatively impacting public health and the surrounding areas.

Furthermore, ONAS warned that these disruptions necessitate costly technical interventions for maintenance and repair. The office stressed that the improper disposal of waste creates an unnecessary financial burden on public resources that could be allocated elsewhere.

To mitigate these issues, ONAS strongly recommended that citizens place all sacrifice-related waste into securely sealed bags. These bags should then be disposed of in the designated trash containers provided for general waste. This practice, ONAS stated, is crucial for preserving environmental cleanliness and ensuring the continued efficient operation of the sanitation network.

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This will also lead to costly breakdowns requiring technical interventions for maintenance and repair.