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The notice of violation was issued on July 12th, after the agency received more than 40 public complaints of rotten, sour, garbage-type odors in the area.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 14, 2026

From afar, Chile's Tiltil landfill almost resembles just another mountain, but the growing rubbish pile has created a daily nightmare of odors, flies and health concerns for residents nearby.

From Barron's May 13, 2026

Food and water soon became scarce, thirst and hunger a commonplace, with nauseating odors emanating from the toilets.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 3, 2026

For years, residents and students had repeatedly complained about acrid odors from the site, with many suffering chronic headaches and nosebleeds.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 14, 2026

When odors arose, she handed the baby back, saying, “Something happened.”

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides