Methane gas from waste pushes up flu infections among lakeside residents

Kisumu County's open dumpsite is threatening the well-being of residents. The solid waste, which usually ends up at the Kachok dumpsite, is estimated to produce about 27,094 metric tonnes of methane gas.

Increased concentration of methane gas culminates in cardio-respiratory failure, eventually leading to death. It could also cause nausea, vomiting, depression and lack of co-ordination.