Goggakis waste being sent to animal by-product incineration plants

IOANNINA. The Epirus Waste Management Authority issued a statement following the issue that arose, clarifying that there is no question of any sanitary landfill disposal taking place at local waste sites.

Removal of waste from Goggakis begins

CORFU. The marathon procedure to give permission for the trucks was completed late on Thursday evening.

Clear-up at Goggakis

CORFU. The clear-up started with the inert materials and is expected to move on to the spoiled food, probably on Friday.

Official decision of meeting on post-fire waste management

CORFU. They should be sprayed to render them inert, allowing for easier and less costly transportation.

Response awaited about where hazardous waste will be sent

ATHENS. This is where opinions differ. Each option entails a different cost.

Emergency meeting at Ministry of Environment about Corfu

CORFU. The purpose is to address the problem that has arisen with the accumulated spoiled foodstuffs following the devastating fire at Goggakis.

Solution found for disposal of spoiled foodstuffs

CORFU. The information comes from sources close to the Secretary General for Solid Waste Management, Mr. Grafakos, and concerns the transfer of about 1,500 tons to a certified facility outside the island

Goggakis fire aftermath

CORFU. Grim scenes after the fire, with twisted metal sheets and spoiled food painting an eerie picture of devastation.

1,500-ton public health risk

CORFU. Up to 1,500 tons of fresh meat and fish are rotting under the sun at the ruined Goggakis premises in Corfu, creating a serious public health risk. Local authorities, in cooperation with the regional and municipal governments, are urgently seeking a way to manage the massive volume of waste, as the island currently has no operational landfill.

Goggakis premises completely destroyed in fire

CORFU. The fire destroyed everything. It all began with a single pallet.

All-night battle with the flames at Goggakis Frozen Foods

CORFU. As of 7:50 a.m. Friday, firefighting efforts at the frozen foods company are continuing — the damage is extensive, and fumes pose a risk to nearby residents.

Donation of equipment to Corfu Ambulance Service from Goggakis company