{"id":114141,"date":"2025-07-27T14:09:13","date_gmt":"2025-07-27T06:09:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hiclover.com\/one\/foul-air-residents-raise-alarm-over-emissions-from-the-onondaga-fayetteville-waste-incinerator\/"},"modified":"2025-07-27T14:09:13","modified_gmt":"2025-07-27T06:09:13","slug":"foul-air-residents-raise-alarm-over-emissions-from-the-onondaga-fayetteville-waste-incinerator","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hiclover.com\/one\/foul-air-residents-raise-alarm-over-emissions-from-the-onondaga-fayetteville-waste-incinerator\/","title":{"rendered":"Foul Air: Residents Raise Alarm Over Emissions from the Onondaga Fayetteville Waste Incinerator"},"content":{"rendered":"

Foul Air: Residents Raise Alarm Over Emissions<\/a> from the Onondaga Fayetteville Waste<\/a> Incinerator<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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For years, residents of Onondaga and surrounding areas have been complaining about the noxious odors and pollutants emanating from the Fayetteville waste<\/a> incinerator<\/a>. The facility, which burns trash and other waste<\/a> materials to generate energy<\/a>, has been a source of concern for local residents who<\/a> claim that the emissions<\/a> are not only foul-smelling but also hazardous to their health<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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The Onondaga Fayetteville waste<\/a> incinerator<\/a>, operated by a private company, has been in operation for over two decades. While the facility was initially touted as a state-of-the-art solution for waste<\/a> management, many residents have come to realize that the benefits of the incinerator<\/a> do not outweigh the costs to their health<\/a> and environment.<\/p>\n

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“It’s like living in a toxic cloud,” said Sarah Johnson, a resident of nearby Manlius. “The smell is constant, and it’s not just the smell. I’ve noticed that my family and I have been experiencing more frequent respiratory problems since the incinerator<\/a> started operating.”<\/p>\n

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Johnson is not alone in her concerns. Many residents in the area have reported similar health<\/a> issues, including asthma, bronchitis, and other respiratory problems. Some have even reported noticing a decrease in air quality, with visible particulate matter and soot accumulating on their homes and cars.<\/p>\n

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While the incinerator<\/a>’s operator claims that the facility meets all federal and state regulations regarding emissions<\/a>, many residents are skeptical. “The companies will tell you that they’re meeting the standards, but we know that’s not true,” said Tom Smith, a member of the local advocacy group, Clean Air Now. “We’ve done our own testing, and the results show that the incinerator<\/a> is emitting far more pollutants than what’s allowed.”<\/p>\n

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According to data from the US Environmental<\/a> Protection Agency (EPA), waste<\/a> incinerators like the one in Fayetteville emit a range of pollutants, including particulate matter, carbon monoxide, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These pollutants can have serious health<\/a> effects, including respiratory problems, cancer, and neurological damage.<\/p>\n

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In response to the growing concerns, local residents and advocacy groups have been pushing for increased transparency and accountability from the incinerator<\/a>’s operator. They are demanding more frequent emissions<\/a> testing, as well as measures to reduce the facility’s pollutant output.<\/p>\n

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“We need to hold these companies accountable for their actions,” said Smith. “The health<\/a> and well-being of our community depend on it. We deserve clean air, and we deserve to know what’s being emitted into our air.”<\/p>\n

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The issue has also caught the attention of local elected officials, who<\/a> are calling for a comprehensive review of the incinerator<\/a>’s operations. “We need to take a closer look at the impact of this facility on our community,” said County Legislator, Mary Beth Primo. “We owe it to our residents to ensure that their health<\/a> and safety are protected.”<\/p>\n

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As the debate over the Onondaga Fayetteville waste<\/a> incinerator<\/a> continues, residents remain vigilant, determined to fight for their right to clean air and a healthy environment. “We won’t back down,” said Johnson. “We’ll keep fighting until our air is safe to breathe.”<\/p>\n

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