Lithuanian environmental authorities have taken action against pollution at the Kazokiškės landfill based on recent air quality measurements that indicated elevated levels of pollutants, particularly hydrogen sulfide (H2S). Between February 20 and March 6, a mobile air quality monitoring station recorded H2S concentrations exceeding the permissible limit on several occasions, particularly when winds blew from the south during evening and nighttime hours. This ruling comes after the Environmental Protection Agency's findings indicated that while ammonia levels were within acceptable limits, hydrogen sulfide levels occasionally approached alarming thresholds.

The agency's analysis revealed that there were over 65 hours during which H2S levels surpassed the legal limit of 0.008 mg/m³, representing nearly 19% of the total measurement time. Environmental officials highlighted the urgency of addressing these pollution incidents to protect public health and the surrounding environment. The predominant increase of H2S concentrations during specific wind conditions raises concerns about the landfill's operational practices and the regulatory measures currently in place.

In light of these findings, the mandatory directive to halt pollution aims to ensure compliance with air quality regulations while further investigations are conducted. This incident at the Kazokiškės landfill is a crucial reminder of the need for stricter monitoring and regulatory oversight in managing environmental health risks associated with landfill operations in Lithuania.