Nearby residents have long complained of toxic odors and fumes from open waste burning, which activists link to rising health issues, including respiratory problems and cancer. The Film: " Costa Brava, Lebanon " (2021) The Saga of Mounia Akl's Costa Brava, Lebanon
"Costa Brava, Lebanon" primarily refers to two intertwined realities: a controversial that has become a symbol of Lebanon's environmental crisis and a critically acclaimed 2021 drama film that uses the landfill as a metaphor for the country's systemic struggles. The Costa Brava Landfill Costa Brava, Lebanon
Situated only 167 meters (approximately 0.1 miles) from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport , the landfill poses a significant danger to air travel. The garbage attracts large numbers of seagulls, increasing the risk of bird strikes. In January 2017, a plane encountered a large group of birds during takeoff, leading to temporary court orders to close the site, though it was eventually reopened and expanded. Nearby residents have long complained of toxic odors
The was established in April 2016 as a "temporary" measure to address the massive waste crisis that began in 2015 after the closure of the Naameh landfill. It is located on the shoreline in Khaldeh, just south of Beirut. The garbage attracts large numbers of seagulls, increasing
The site has been a flashpoint for environmental activists due to its proximity to the sea. Reports indicate that waste has been dumped directly into the Mediterranean, violating the Barcelona Convention intended to protect the marine environment. This pollution has devastated local marine life, with dead sea turtles and contaminated fish frequently reported by local residents and fishermen.