The Environment Protection Agency (EPA-SL) has swiftly responded to a viral video showing local miners mining along the riverbed of the Rokel River during the weirs’ temporary closure for maintenance
Preliminary findings reveal that artisanal mining activities along certain sections of the exposed riverbed have a history of taking place during dam maintenance periods when water levels are lowered. However, this year’s actions raised serious concerns, as reports indicated the use of excavators, which significantly expanded the scope of operations and potential environmental consequences. In …
