Phnom Penh Residents Complain of Smoke from Temple Cremations, Authorities Pledge Action
Residents in Phnom Penh's Srah Chak commune have complained about health impacts from smoke generated by cremations at Srah Chak pagoda, urging authorities for intervention. The deputy governor pledged to enforce a ban on cremations at certain pagodas and continue mosquito control measures.
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