1.   Brightbill said the people responsible could face civil and possibly criminal charges for improper disposal of ashes.

2.   Each was charged with assault and battery in connection with the improper disposal of dangerous chemical wastes and the disposal of hazardous materials without a license.

3.   Improper disposal of batteries and mercury thermometers has added to the problem.

4.   The eight could face charges ranging from improper disposal of a body to murder.

5.   Despite regulations, the government has been unable to prevent the improper disposal of what is thought to be more than a million litres of waste lube oil.

6.   The solid waste bill also says that the government will encourage recycling of solid waste produced within China and ban improper disposal.

7.   He said rising water levels caused contamination with cholera-causing bacteria, which is spread by the improper disposal of waste and poor personal hygiene.