A major clean-up operation near Rhyl has seen nearly 200 bags of litter removed from one of the area’s worst roadside hotspots.
Denbighshire County Council’s Streetscene team carried out the large-scale litter pick along the well-known Dyserth Bends route, an area that has attracted growing concern from residents due to persistent rubbish and fly-tipping.
In total, crews collected an astonishing 180 bags of waste, including bulky and unusual items such as a discarded microwave and various car parts. The clean-up highlights the ongoing issue of illegal dumping and littering across Denbighshire’s road networks.
The latest effort follows additional clean-up work carried out at Ty Fry Road in Bodelwyddan and Allt Y Graig in Dyserth, where a further 39 bags of litter were removed by council operatives.
Paul Jackson, Head of Highways and Environmental Services, acknowledged public concerns and praised the efforts of the Streetscene team. He said the Dyserth Bends had become a particular focus due to the scale of the problem.
He also stressed that littering is not only damaging to the environment but is classified as anti-social behaviour and remains a criminal offence. The presence of rubbish, he explained, has a direct impact on the appearance of the local area and the quality of life for residents.
Council officials are urging the public to take responsibility for their waste and to report incidents of littering or fly-tipping through official channels. They warn that irresponsible behaviour continues to undermine the hard work carried out daily to keep Denbighshire clean and presentable.
This latest Rhyl-area clean-up serves as a reminder of the importance of community responsibility in protecting the region’s natural beauty and maintaining safe, clean roads for everyone.