Illegal dumping of is still happening. The police found drums containing paint, thinner, acid and mineral oil along roadside. The drums have been kept in police until the culprits who are responsible the irresponsible act are found. Illegal of poisonous substances occur of ignorance and selfishness. Some companies, in wanting to save money, their toxic waste along roads, in the sea or rivers. dumping of waste is an offence. Those found guilty could be a maximum of RM50,000 or five years' jail or both. Toxic waste can be sent to Kualiti Alam, a centre which disposes toxic waste in a proper manner.

'Quest Issue 39'