Thought for the Day: If You Have a Fireplace or Wood Burning Stove!
In most cases, it is better for the environment to reuse and recycle but in some cases reusing may cause environmental problems of its own. Ashes from fireplaces can contribute to pollution and so consider alternatives for disposal other than flower beds and gardens. This is extremely important if you live in the city where homes are built close to one another and air quality is a consistent problem. Ash particulates are light and are easily carried on wind currents and depending on air flow and weather conditions, they may reenter you or your neighbors' homes through open doors and windows as dust and pollution. Poor air quality increases the risk for health problems such as diabetes and cardiovacular disease and contributes to other problems such as premature aging and skin damage. For people with allergies, asthma, other respiratory problems, sensitive skin and sensitivities to smoke and chemicals, particulate pollution can significantly augment symptoms that can be life threatening in those that are vulnerable.
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