Council appeals for information after large fly tipping incident on A35 near Bloxworth
Dorset council has said the incident could posse a threat to the local envirnment
Dorset Council is appealing for information from the public after a significant fly-tipping incident on the A35 near Bloxworth and Morden.
Large containers containing liquid waste were discovered by the roadside with the liquid spreading along the edge of the carriageway and into the roadside drainage channel, posing a potential risk to the local environment.
The council has said the substance, is believed to be an oil-based paint, but this has not yet been confirmed.
Dorset Council's Highways and Waste teams have been working closely to manage the site safely and clear the waste.
Temporary traffic lights were put in place to allow a lane closure so specialist contractors could access the area.
While some progress has been made, only half of the material has been removed, and spill kits are being used to contain the remaining substance.
The council has confirmed the dumped material is not household waste and would not be accepted at recycling centres.
It added that the costs associated with dealing with the incident are expected to be significant.
Cllr Jon Andrews, Dorset Council’s Cabinet Member for Place Services, said: “This is a serious fly‑tipping incident that has caused disruption on a key route and requires specialist work to clear up safely.
“Our priority is to deal with the waste responsibly and protect the local environment, but we are also keen to identify who is responsible.
"If anyone saw vehicles stopping along this stretch of the A35, or noticed anything unusual around the time the waste was dumped, I would urge them to contact us. Information from the public can play a vital role in helping us take action.”