I have personally experienced the detrimental effects of open burning on air quality. For many families in our community, just breathing in our home environment has become a health risk due to the poor air quality from open burning practices. It's time we took action.

According to a report by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), open burning contributes significantly to the degradation of air quality, emitting harmful pollutants like fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that can cause a range of health problems, from respiratory issues to heart disease.

About 40% of the world’s waste is openly burned, according to a Global Burden of Disease Study, increasing the risk of respiratory illness among vulnerable populations, specifically children and the elderly.

Let's prioritize our community's health and future. This petition calls on the local government officials to introduce binding legislation prohibiting open burning practices to maintain air quality. Sign this petition to stand up for clean air. Let's breathe freely and safely again.