On festival days students burst fire crackers , not knowing how much pollution they cause . Write a news report on same facts about bursting fire crackers and the other sources of pollution
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effects of bursting fire crackers and the other sources of pollution
The festive season has commenced and celebrations are in full swing. From Durga Puja to Dussehra to Diwali, everyone can be seen reveling in the festive mood. Diwali, a festival marking the victory or good over evil, is a major Indian festival celebrated with great amount of zest and zeal across the country. People coming from different walks of life, leave no stone unturned in decorations and preparations for the festival.
However, since the past few years, the purpose of the festival has shifted focus from being an occasion of enjoyment and bonding to one of lavish-spending and a mark of one’s societal status. Families these days spend exorbitant sums of money on firecrackers and fireworks. This may bring a few seconds of joy for some, but also brings permanent damage to the lungs and health of all.
It is time we not only lighten our homes but also enlighten our minds with the true meaning of Diwali by promoting a sense of sympathy towards the environment and towards our own health. The first step in this direction is to stop bursting firecrackers and contributing to the already elevated pollution of Delhi. And if you still don’t think this is important, here are eight reasons why you should certainly not burst crackers this Diwali.
The pollution level increase drastically due to brazen bursting of crackers. ... All sections of the society are badly affected by air pollution during and post-Diwali. Being the most vulnerable, older people and children face the worst consequences of the deteriorated air quality during Diwali.
So better know prevention is better than cure.
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Pollution and health hazard caused by bursting of crackers
Bursting crackers during festivals like Diwali and special occasions seems to have become a normal practice. The Supreme Court passed a verdict that only environmental friendly lightings or green crackers will be allowed. But people are ignoring both the law and the consequences of bursting crackers. Festivals are a part of our social life. It brings people together to celebrate with joy. Festivals are good for us but the manner in which they are celebrated is wrong. Some of the harmful effects of crackers are given below.
- When bursting crackers, the smoke of hazardous gasses are released and pollute the air. Sulphur nitrates, magnesium, nitrogen dioxide are involved in the making of crackers. These are hazardous for our respiratory systems and cause respiratory diseases.
- Children are more vulnerable to the toxic substances of crackers and air pollution.
- During Diwali Festival excessive bursting of crackers results in thick smog in many cities. This last for several weeks and caused breathing problems to the people. Many are hospitalised.
- Road accidents occurred due to poor visibility because of air pollution. Many flights are cancelled.
- The levels of pollutants in the air increase to unprecedented levels in the air during firework displays.
- The hazardous pollutants of crackers cause the dead of birds and animals.
- Apart from the pollution of the air, crackers pollute our environment with noise pollution. Noise pollution causes irritation, headache and hearing impairment.
- cause serious ailments like asthma, lung cancer, shortness of breath, and many other diseases.
- A huge amount of money is spend on crackers. This all goes up in smoke uselessly. It is a mindless wastage of money. The money can be used for positive humanitarian works.
- The conditions of people already suffering from respiratory problems get worsened.
- The bursting of crackers causes littering and make our surrounding unclean.
- The loud bursting sound can be traumatic to our pets and other animals.
The manufacturing and sale of crackers must be banned completely. Let us all take a pledge not to use crackers for any purpose. Without demand, the manufacturing industries will be compelled to close down. Together we can make a difference in keeping our environment healthy and safe.