City authorities recall the ban on burning fallen leaves and dry grass in the fall, some residents burn plant remains while cleaning yards and yards. Such actions harm both the environment and people. Harmful substances enter the air during combustion. Smoke irritates the eyes and respiratory tract, and may worsen the symptoms of asthma and other diseases. Children, the elderly or people with chronic diseases are particularly vulnerable to such infection. Fire also damages the vegetable. Fire can: damage the roots of trees and shrubs; destroy insects and other organisms living in the foliage. In dry and windy weather, the flame can spread quickly. A safe alternative is compost. To speed up the decomposition of fallen leaves, you should: grind; maintain moderate humidity; Stir occasionally to access the air. Do not add inorganic waste to compost. A fine was established for arbitrary burning of vegetation: ▫ from UAH 3,060 to UAH 6,120; ▫ Within the goals of the Nature Reserve Fund - from 6,120 UAH to 12,240 UAH. If you witnessed burning leaves: notify the police or rescuers - 102 or 101; Capture the violation in a photo or video.

City authorities recall the ban on burning fallen leaves and dry grass in the fall, some residents burn plant remains while cleaning yards and yards. Such actions harm both the environment and people. Harmful substances enter the air during combustion. Smoke irritates the eyes and respiratory tract, and may worsen the symptoms of asthma and other diseases. Children, the elderly or people with chronic diseases are particularly vulnerable to such infection. Fire also damages the vegetable. Fire can: damage the roots of trees and shrubs; destroy insects and other organisms living in the foliage. In dry and windy weather, the flame can spread quickly. A safe alternative is compost. To speed up the decomposition of fallen leaves, you should: grind; maintain moderate humidity; Stir occasionally to access the air. Do not add inorganic waste to compost. A fine was established for arbitrary burning of vegetation: ▫ from UAH 3,060 to UAH 6,120; ▫ Within the goals of the Nature Reserve Fund - from 6,120 UAH to 12,240 UAH. If you witnessed burning leaves: notify the police or rescuers - 102 or 101; Capture the violation in a photo or video.