Over 200 US cities restrict gas leaf blower use.
There are quieter, cleaner, alternatives.
DID YOU KNOWGas leaf blowers impact health, hearing and the environment.
They emit powerful low-frequency, high-decibel noise and high levels of harmful pollutants that affect health and climate. 1 min. video from ScienceMoms.com |
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A TRIVIAL CONCERN?
Gas leaf blowers use outdated and highly polluting 2-stroke engines.
Lawn care workers are most exposed to the health and hearing risks. Electric equipment is quieter, cleaner, effective -- and affordable. 3 min video: James Fallows for The Atlantic |
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WHO: Breathe Life - How Air Pollution Affects your Body
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