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Environmental activist concerned about toxins from landfill sinkhole getting into aquifer listen

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Tags: landfill, sinkhole, Hillsborough County, toxins, water, aquifer, Waste Management

On Tuesday, a large sinkhole opened in a southeast Hillsborough County landfill. Some environmentalists are concerned the toxins from the landfill could contaminate the aquifer.

The 25-year-old landfill is operated by Waste Management and according to the county's website, the facility receives non-processable solid waste, shredded tires and demolition debris. I only has a clay lining.

Vivian Bacca is a board member of United Citizens Action Network and is active in community and enviro...