Public health officials are raising concerns about the emergence of illegal dump sites across northern Trelawny, warning that the growing problem poses a threat to public health.

Among the areas affected are Daniel Town and Shawfield, where unauthorised dumping has become a concern for both the Public Health Department and the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA).

Public Health Inspector Oshane Smith expressed disappointment at the situation, noting that the illegal disposal of garbage is undermining recent pest control efforts.