the illegal dumping of garbage in their neighborhood is on the rise. Many of them can no longer enjoy the peace and quiet in their neighborhood as the current situation is a source of frustration, fear and health concerns. They are particularly worried about the smoke that is produced in their neighborhood. These past couple nog days, they were constantly confronted with smoke and an unpleasant smell which has forced them to keep their windows closed. It currently seems that fresh air is a luxury that they can no longer afford. A senior citizen from this neighborhood explained that she felt isolated these couple of days. She feared that the smoke would get into her house so she kept her doors and windows closed. The residents fear that the smoke will become hazardous to their health. Especially the senior citizens, children and people who have difficulty breathing are afraid of being exposed to the smoke every day. The smoke that is produced when garbage is set on fire could also carry chemicals like carbon monoxide. The residents want the government to get rid of the illegal garbage sites that keep popping up throughout their neighborhood. They explained that the garbage could attract rodents and produce a stench. The residents made it clear that they want Charlesburg to once again become a healthy, safe and clean neighborhood.