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Eight cases were reported with Shujabad city police station, three with Shujabad Saddar

At least 15 FIRs were registered against owners of violating brick kilns, industrial units

Surveillance of units ordered after shutting them down

Sindh Environmental Protection Agency also confiscates plastic bags from markets in FB Area, Karimabad

Claims emissions exceeded limits set by Sindh Environmental Quality Standards

Local administration imposes over Rs800,000 in fines for violations

Lab test shows presence of toxins in smoke

Traditional brick kilns will be closed for 70 days to promote newer, environmentally friendly kilns