What is the aim to say no to crackers?
A special ‘Say No to Crackers’ Campaign was organized by Gurukul World School with the aim of creating awareness amongst the masses about the tremendous air pollution caused due to the bursting of crackers.
Why we should not use firecrackers?
The air and noise pollution’s that are caused by fire crackers can affect people with disorders related to heart, respiratory and nervous system. To produce colors when crackers are burst, radioactive and poisonous elements are used. When these compounds pollute the air, they increase the risk of cancer in people.
What are the harmful effects of crackers?
Air pollution For those with lung or heart conditions, PM10 can cause breathing problems, wheezing and tightness in the chest. Additionally, air pollution due to firecrackers can worsen the symptoms of asthma, COPD and lead to respiratory infections and premature deaths.
What are the disadvantages of burning crackers?
Disadvantages of Burning crackers:
- Burning crackers causes air pollution as it releases harmful carbon dioxide gases.
- Burning crackers also produces excessive noise causing noise pollution.
- Crackers also accumulate garbage and act as a major reason for smog too.
Can we celebrate Diwali without crackers?
Diyas were the traditional items used to celebrate Diwali and for all the right reasons. They are not only reusable and cost-effective but also fill your entire house with light. If you have younger children at home, you can always get them to make DIY diyas to keep them occupied and steer them away from crackers.
Why should we celebrate cracker free Diwali?
This Green Diwali is way to celebrate the festival with minimum consequences to the environment. With the bursting of loud firecrackers, the pollution in the country rises to the dangerous level causing discomfort to the elderly people, children and pets.
Should we burn crackers or not?
Firecrackers also worsen air pollution and increase the risk of respiratory problems, skin allergies and several other health issues like asthma, lung disease and eye burns. But people should prefer these green firecrackers to safeguard the environment.
What happens if we eat firecracker?
However, fireworks are a poisoning hazard, as well,” Soloway said. “If swallowed by children, adults or pets, the chemicals in fireworks can make them sick.” Fireworks contain chemicals such as potassium nitrate, white phosphorus, barium chlorate, and arsenic.
How do crackers harm the environment?
Global Warming – Bursting crackers increase heat, carbon dioxide and many toxic gases in atmosphere, which causes rise in temperature of earth and polluted air leading to global warming. Noise Pollution – Loud cracker sound can affect human directly.
Why are crackers bad for us?
Crackers, especially salted varieties, contain high amounts of sodium. Too much sodium in your diet can cause an increase in your blood pressure. If you are eating too many crackers or eating high-sodium spreads with the crackers, you may be consuming more sodium than your body needs.
What are benefits of crackers?
Burning crackers kills mosquitoes as it produces a huge amount of heat and light which is intolerable for the mosquitoes and they may die. Also, crackers play a significant role in modern technological arms and ammunition.
Why should we not burn crackers According to the story Happy Deepavali?
Sulfur Dioxide, Nitrous Oxides and many other harmful gases are released because of crackers causing respiratory problems and diseases. We definitely don’t want to inhale them. This is the most visible effect of bursting crackers. According to recent surveys air pollution increase by about 30 percent during Diwali!