New York landfill seeks 70-foot expansion amid local environmental opposition
New York is facing a waste crisis as the Seneca Meadows landfill, already the height of the Statue of Liberty, seeks expansion amid local opposition. The landfill receives 6,000 tons of trash daily, and its operators propose adding 70 feet to its height. Residents express concern over the environmental impact and methane emissions.
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Published 13 Nov 2026, 12:30 UTC · Updated 13 Nov 2026, 12:50 UTC
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