140 gas cylinders dumped in Mierlo, perpetrator fined
Monday evening, August 4, 2025, enforcement of the municipality of Geldrop-Mierlo received a report about dumping nitrous oxide bottles in the woods near the Rederijklaan in Mierlo around 6:30 pm. The Boas immediately went to the scene of the report and found as many as 140 nitrous oxide bottles left behind. These bottles, along with other dumped waste, were quickly and carefully cleaned up in cooperation with the field service. The dumping of waste, in this case nitrous oxide bottles, is not only harmful to the environment, but also dangerous to humans and animals. Nitrous oxide, which is often used recreationally, can lead to serious health problems and also pollutes our natural areas.
Thanks to investigations by the Boas in cooperation with the police, the offender was tracked down and fined.
- Always throw your trash in the appropriate garbage cans or take it to the environmental center.
- Help keep our nature clean and safe for everyone: Download the BuitenBeter app and make a report
- Using nitrous oxide is harmful to your health. Learn more: https://www.trimbos.nl/kennis/drugs/informatiepermiddel/lachgas/