WNB health authorities shut down 14 businesses over waste

Fourteen businesses in West New Britain have been ordered to cease operations by the Provincial Health Authority (WNBPHA) following a significant enforcement action against the improper disposal of untreated wastewater. The businesses, including a guesthouse located in Kimbe Town, were found to be violating regulations by discharging waste into public drainage systems.

The WNBPHA's crackdown signifies a firm stance against environmental pollution and public health risks associated with inadequate waste management. The authority aims to ensure that businesses adhere to proper disposal methods, thereby protecting public drains and the surrounding environment from contamination.

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