No smoke without fire

The reason for my writing today is to bring to your attention the problem of smoke.

Having been asked not to have bonfires by the Government, there are still some very selfish people who are ignoring this request.

Having several health issues and having survived the Covid-19 pandemic. There are side effects from the virus, the main one being extreme tiredness and exhaustion. There are others, smells, peculiarly strong smells can and do affect breathing and can take one’s breath away.

Normally in hospital, oxygen is mixed with water which helps to hydrate the throat. Without this hydration the throat becomes very dry, which causes problems after release from hospital.

People who have underlying health problems such as asthma, and who are in lockdown in their home, open their windows for fresh air. Which is then being subjected to bonfire smoke and smells that cause severe problems and pain because of indiscriminate and illegal burning of rubbish.

This needs to stop immediately and I urge you all to report the burning of rubbish.

Hoping you are all well and safe.

God bless