3,000 Pounds of Trash Removed From Stukel Mountain
BLM crews restore public land, investigate illegal dumping in Klamath County
Crews with the Bureau of Land Management recently removed an estimated 3,000 pounds of trash from Stukel Mountain, according to BLM Oregon/Washington. The cleanup effort was aimed at restoring the area’s natural condition and improving safety for both visitors and wildlife.
BLM officials said the dumping had negatively impacted the landscape and posed potential hazards to the public and surrounding environment. The cleanup was carried out by BLM staff, with law enforcement officers present during the operation.
“Public lands belong to all of us, and it’s disheartening to see them treated as a dumping ground,” said Angela Bulla, Lakeview Deputy District Manager. “Thanks to the hard work of our employees, this area is once again safe and welcoming for the community. We will continue to investigate and hold accountable those who damage these shared spaces.”
BLM law enforcement officers are actively investigating the site and collecting evidence that could help identify those responsible for the illegal dumping.
Officials are encouraging the public to report suspected natural resource crimes on BLM-managed public land by calling 1-800-637-9152. In the event of an emergency, the public should call 911.
The Bureau of Land Management manages millions of acres of public land across Oregon and Washington, balancing recreation, conservation, and resource protection.
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