On December 8, the environmental department of the city of Vagharshapat conducted thermal imaging surveys to gather data on air pollution resulting from furnace smoke. According to NEWS.am, they discovered a violation by the department of environmental protection in Vagharshapat. They were found using a wooden stove on the central street of Tair village. Further investigations led to the seizure of more than 1 gram of methamphetamine and a container containing marijuana and a lighter with the suspect. The man claimed to have brought the stove via telegram.

On December 10, the employees of the environmental department reported an individual who had been storing coal waste in their furnace violating environmental regulations. The department took action by visiting the specified address and conducting thermal imaging surveys. During the inspection, they discovered an additional 45 packages, each containing 5 grams of marijuana, in addition to the previously found 41 packages. The collected evidence was then forwarded to the investigative department of Vagharshapat, and the results of the investigation will be announced soon.

This update from Armenia highlights the proactive measures taken by the environmental department of Vagharshapat to tackle air pollution caused by furnace smoke. It also sheds light on the discovery of illegal activities by the department of environmental protection, involving the use of a wooden stove in violation of regulations. The subsequent investigation resulted in the confiscation of narcotics and the involvement of law enforcement agencies. These actions demonstrate the city’s commitment to ensuring environmental compliance and public safety.