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    "id": 1451796,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Limuru, UDA",
    "speaker_title": "Eng.) John Kiragu",
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    "content": "On 20th July 2024, a lorry ferrying 22 tonnes of sodium cyanide overturned in Kambembe area in Rironi Town, resulting in the spillage of a highly poisonous substance. In the chaos following the accident, some residents, unaware of the extreme danger posed by sodium cyanide to their health, removed containers of this toxic chemical from the site. These containers are yet to be returned to the relevant authorities, thereby exacerbating the risk of exposure to the toxic substance. It is against this background that I seek a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Environment, Forestry and Mining on the following: 1. A report on the origin and intended destination of the sodium cyanide, including details of the transporter or owner and their compliance with the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) Regulations on managing and handling highly toxic substances on transit. 2. The exact quantities of sodium cyanide that spilled from the 22-tonne cargo that was being transported, including details of quantities that were recovered and those that cannot be traced. 3. Measures put in place by NEMA for monitoring movement of toxic materials across the country and policies for rapid response to such incidents to safeguard the safety of residents. 4. The steps taken by the Ministry to safely dispose of the spilled chemical and recover containers of sodium cyanide that were looted for safe disposal to protect communities near the accident site from potential health risks. 5. Clarify whether plans are put in place to hold owners or transporters of the spilled sodium cyanide accountable for the associated health and environmental hazards occasioned by the spillage. I thank you, Hon. Speaker."
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