The source of the odors is from an increase in landfill gas and leachate (liquid) production caused by a rare reaction occurring deep within an older section of the Landfill.   Chiquita, along with its various regulatory oversight agencies, has been working cooperatively to rapidly address these issues.

We welcome the opportunity to work with the EPA as a partner with our other regulators.  Chiquita takes very seriously its role in the safe operation of the landfill.  We also believe it is important to keep the community informed, and have been communicating openly and transparently with the local community throughout this process.  We have been providing regular updates at various public meetings as well as information, reports and data on our website.”

Steve Cassulo, District Manager, Chiquita Canyon Landfill