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Why is wood smoke a problem?

Wood smoke causes health problems, and creates an environmental nuisance for you and your neighbourhood.

Like cars, wood heaters produce air pollution. During winter, wood heaters can produce as much particle pollution as cars.

When wood is burnt, small particles are released into the atmosphere as smoke. These particles contribute to the haze sometimes seen on still winter mornings in Adelaide.

Wood smoke contains many different chemicals, some of which are toxic to humans.

When these chemicals are inhaled, they cause health problems in young children and the elderly particularly those with respiratory (breathing) and cardiovascular (heart) illnesses.

Smoke is no joke!

Take responsibility for your wood heater. Use it correctly to minimise the harmful effects of smoke pollution in your neighbourhood and save money on running costs.

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Last modified: 16/03/2010 05:03 pm

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