VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A state investigation is underway after Virginia Beach residents raised alarms about a strong odor near Mount Trashmore that they say has plagued their neighborhood for years.
Delegate Michael Feggans confirmed Tuesday that he and Delegate Kelly Convirs-Fowler contacted the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), which has now opened a formal investigation through its Pollution Response Program.
“Last week, I walked the area near Mount Trashmore to hear directly from residents about the strong odor,” Feggans said. “After contacting the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality leadership with Delegate Kelly Convirs-Fowler, a formal investigation has been opened and is being tracked through DEQ’s Pollution Response Program. We’ll keep you updated as results come in.”…