North Carolina’s Hidden Landfill Crisis | Fayetteville News

North Carolina’s got a ticking environmental clock: nearly 80% of its pre-regulatory landfills—some near homes, schools, and water sources—have never been inspected. Despite a 2007 state program and tax dollars spent, the auditor’s report reveals massive gaps in oversight. The NCDEQ has secured some waste and tested wells at investigated sites, but access to high-risk private landfills remains a hurdle. The agency agrees to ramp up resources and policies—but with hundreds of sites still unexamined, the stakes are high for public safety. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ebfe9b7983ec4b8e