Environmental Problem?!
Question:
Environmental Problem?
My neighbor is burning copper electric wire remove the insulation And I researched and found out that it harmful to people to breathe the fumes of the burning insulation. A lot of people in the neighbor and getting pretty upset about this. The other day his flames got out of control and was burning his wooden fence down. And I have breathing problems and it causes me to have trouble breathing. So what should I do about this problem?
Answers:
Perhaps you --along with the other concerned neighbors-- could send a signed petition to him to stop (explaining why he should), and if he doesn't, you could send a copy to the health department. Even if just one of you speaks to him would be good, or one could send him a registered letter, keeping a copy to show authorities if he doesn't comply. (Speaking to him would be quicker, but you might want to get hyis response on tape.) IF he doesn't respond favorabl:
I'd call the Health Department, & give them his name, address, exactly what he's doing, and whatever else they need from you.
Do you have access to a video camera? Or, even a still camera? ... If you can *show* whoever you report him to --(IF that is necessary)-- that what you say is *fact*, rather than just your over-reaction, and --specifically-- if you can get close-ups (or they can be made from what you take), the authorities will likely be much quicker to act, & the results will likely be better.
Some people aren't very aware of health
& environmental concerns, & appreciate someone telling them kindly. Unfortunately, that isn't always the case...