Earth Gauge Tip of the Week: Burn Wisely

Reader Contribution by Earth Gauge
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The distinctive smell of wood smoke is a sign of the heating season.  It may smell good, but wood smoke can impact indoor air quality and your health.  Smoke is a mixture of tiny particles and gases produced when wood burns – the fine particles can get into your eyes and lungs, where they may aggravate some health conditions like lung disease, bronchitis and asthma.

Viewer Tip:  Use these “best burn practices” at home to minimize wood smoke and protect your health:

  • Before you burn, make sure your chimney is clean – a clean chimney provides a good draft and reduces the risk of chimney fire.  Have your chimney inspected by a professional at least once per year and regularly clean ashes from your fireplace or wood-burning stove to increase efficiency.
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