# Public safety and livability concerns in Paramaribo > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/public-safety-and-livability-concerns-in-paramaribo > Updated: 2026-10-20T18:38:10.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. Residents and authorities in the Paramaribo region of Suriname are addressing various safety, crime, and environmental concerns. In Paramaribo-Noord, joint government inspections by the Economic Control Service, police, and health bureaus identified systemic issues including improper waste storage, clogged sewage, and faulty electrical wiring. Community members in Paramaribo-Noord held a ‘birti krutu’ meeting to discuss urgent local issues such as illegal construction, drug crime, street prostitution, and noise pollution. Local leadership has called for increased cooperation between citizens and authorities to implement neighborhood watches and cleanup initiatives. In Paramaribo-Zuid, officials are moving to crack down on noise pollution and permit violations. District Commissioner Wennys Vijfhoven announced stricter enforcement against event organizers who exceed permitted operating hours or noise levels. Proposed measures include potentially shortening permitted event hours on both weekdays and weekends to mitigate disturbances for residents. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-20: Paramaribo-Zuid officials to crack down on event noise pollution Paramaribo-Zuid District Commissioner Wennys Vijfhoven announced stricter enforcement against event noise and permit violations to protect resident peace and safety. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paramaribo-zuid-officials-to-crack-down-on-event-noise-pollution ### 2026-10-07: Paramaribo-Noord residents and authorities address safety and crime concerns Government inspections and community meetings in Paramaribo-Noord have highlighted rising concerns regarding crime, illegal construction, and public safety hazards in the region. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paramaribo-noord-residents-and-authorities-address-safety-and-crime-concerns --- Cite as: Public safety and livability concerns in Paramaribo. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/public-safety-and-livability-concerns-in-paramaribo