HÀ NỘI - The Tả Phời Commune People's Committee in Lào Cai City has provided an update on the assessment of the aftermath of the tailings lake breach at the Tả Phời copper ore extraction plant, which is managed by Tả Phời Copper Joint Stock Company - Vinacomin. The incident, which occurred on August 8, has had a significant impact on 46 households in Phời 3 Village, Tả Phời Commune, where water, mud, and ore entered their homes. "The release of sludge and wastewater from the copper ore extraction plant into the environment poses significant hazards," Tùng said. Uncontrolled discharge into the environment could lead to extensive soil and water source contamination, triggering grave and enduring pollution repercussions." According to the expert, the process of collecting and treating the environmental aftermath of such incidents is intricate and time-consuming.
