A close-up view of the 'expanding' scrap yard that has been in operation for many years in the border area between Vinh Phu and Vinh Loc.
Nhat Lan - Tien Dong•May 2, 2026 08:31
In the area bordering Vinh Phu and Vinh Loc wards, a large-scale scrap metal collection site has existed for many years, showing signs of land misuse. This situation not only affects the environment and landscape but has also prompted residents to repeatedly petition authorities for inspection and action.
Below are images of the scrap metal collection area at the border of Vinh Phu and Vinh Loc wards (Nghe An province), recorded by reporters from Nghe An Newspaper and Radio and Television.
An unauthorized pathway from Vinh Phu ward leads to the scrap metal collection area. Photo: Nhat LanPlastic waste and various types of packaging are piled up in huge heaps, taller than a person's head. Photo: Tien Dong.Inside the area, several temporary workshops of considerable size have appeared, serving as collection and sorting facilities for scrap materials. Photo: Nhat LanConcrete posts and B40 mesh fences have been erected in many locations to enclose the land. Photo: Nhat LanA system of concrete walls, tens of meters long and taller than a person's head, surrounds the scrap metal storage area. Photo: Nhat LanInside the storage area, various types of fine plastic granules are being dried in the workshop area, indicating that crushing and recycling of waste materials is taking place. Photo: Tien DongThe waste collection area is located near residential area 9 - Nghi Phong (Vinh Loc ward), affecting the landscape and living environment. Photo: Nhat LanMr. Le Van Thu, head of Block 9, led reporters into the scrap yard area. Photo: Nhat LanMr. Le Van Thu stated that the scrap metal collection activity has been going on for many years, with a tendency to expand in scale; residents have repeatedly petitioned for inspection and handling. Recently, the Vinh Loc Ward People's Committee sent officials to conduct an on-site inspection. Photo: Nhat LanDuring an inspection on April 15, 2026, authorities in Vinh Phu ward noted several signs of violations, such as digging ponds, erecting concrete pillars, and fencing with B40 mesh on agricultural land. (Photo: Nhat Lan)During an inspection on April 29, 2026, the Vinh Phu Ward People's Committee noted additional violations such as encroachment on land under local management and illegal construction of fences. Mr. Tran Anh Tuan, a specialist from the Department of Economy, Infrastructure and Urban Planning, stated: "For now, we will identify the violating fence sections and proceed with demolition. We will also advise the Ward People's Committee on how to handle the matter according to regulations." (Photo: Tien Dong) In reality, the accumulation of scrap materials in the area bordering Vinh Phu and Vinh Loc wards is affecting the environment and landscape of the residential area, and also shows signs of land use not being in accordance with its intended purpose. It is necessary to promptly investigate, clarify, and handle this matter according to regulations. Photo: Nhat Lan
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