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Spring is here. Well, it’s Georgia, so we have skipped spring and moved straight into summer. For many, this means yard cleanup: new mulch, flowers, trimming the shrubs and raking up dead leaves dropped by the trees over the winter months.

Some people mulch the leaves with their mower, some bag them and some decide to burn them. If you burn them, hopefully you’ve already taken care of that because The Federal Clean Air Act prohibits burning May 1st through September 30th in the metro Atlanta area, which includes Cherokee County. The Georgia EPD imposes a ban on outdoor burning to comply with Federal Clean Air Regulations. We all know how hazy the sky becomes during the summer months. During this time, the ozone in the air we breathe can reach unhealthy levels. When we burn in our yards, this is a significant contributor to the pollutants that form the ozone. This is why the Clean Air Act was created.

If you decide to burn during the ban period, it’s guaranteed that one of your neighbors will call and complain. That means fire trucks will be loaded up to make a visit to your house. Your neighbors all look out their windows when that happens, so you may want to avoid drawing that kind of attention to yourself. The fire department didn’t make the rule, but they have to ensure it’s enforced.

On a happier note, spring/summer brings about more outdoor time. This can also mean more meals cooked on the grill. Many people are very knowledgeable about grilling, but the fire department sees numerous fires throughout the year from grills. We all think we are grill experts, but know that a fire can quickly get out of hand. Can you imagine the ribbing you will get from your buddies if your grill catches on fire? The story will likely be told over and over again, for years to come.

If you follow these provided tips, you’re sure to have a fun and safe summer.

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