Hungary Halts Import of Asbestos-Contaminated Stone from Austria
Delivery of asbestos-contaminated stone from Austria to Hungary to end on Friday
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Hungary's Minister for the Living Environment, László Gajdos, announced that deliveries of asbestos-contaminated stone from Austria will cease on Friday. This decision follows concerns over the health risks posed by contaminated aggregates used in various locations, including Szombathely. The next steps involve disposing of existing contaminated materials to protect public health.
- 01László Gajdos confirmed that the halt in deliveries is effective immediately, preventing further asbestos contamination.
- 02The contaminated aggregates have been found in over 300 locations across Hungary, impacting multiple counties.
- 03Szombathely is one of the towns affected, with asbestos-containing stone used in streets, parking lots, and private driveways.
- 04The Hungarian government plans to dispose of the existing contaminated materials but has not specified the disposal methods.
- 05The agreement to stop imports was reached with the mine owner, avoiding the need to close the mines.
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Hungary's Minister for the Living Environment, László Gajdos, announced that the delivery of asbestos-contaminated stone from Austria will end on Friday. This decision follows revelations that aggregates from four Austrian mines, containing asbestos, have been used in various locations in Hungary, including Szombathely, where streets and parking lots were paved with the contaminated material. Gajdos stated that the agreement with the mine owner will prevent further shipments, thereby averting immediate health risks without necessitating the mine's closure. The contaminated aggregates have been detected in over 300 locations across Hungary, affecting at least three counties, including Kőszeg and Sopron. The next steps involve disposing of the aggregates already laid down in affected areas to protect public health, although specific disposal methods were not detailed in the announcement. This proactive measure aims to safeguard the health of residents in the impacted regions.
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The halt in deliveries will protect residents from potential health risks associated with asbestos exposure.
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