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"Grab a broom and get ready"

Employment of Leaf-Blowing Devices

"Grab a broom and get ready"
"Grab a broom and get ready"

"Grab a broom and get ready"

In the city of Wuppertal, a contentious issue has arisen concerning the use of leaf blowers in residential areas. Yvonne Büttgenbach, a local resident, recently made a statement about the matter, expressing concerns over the noise and potential negative impact on neighbours and small animals.

According to machine regulations, leaf blowers can only be used between 9 am and 1 pm, and 3 pm to 5 pm in residential areas. However, it has been reported that City of Wuppertal employees or contracted companies are using these devices during the midday break, which contradicts the established quiet hours.

This continued violation of quiet hours is causing ongoing disturbance to neighbours and small animals, leading to growing frustration among residents. In response, a letter has been submitted to the editor of the website, redaktion@unsere Webseite, suggesting using a broom instead of a leaf blower as a more neighbour-friendly and animal-friendly alternative.

The letter may also express concern about the negative impact of leaf blowers on the quality of life in residential areas, and call for stricter enforcement of the leaf blower regulations in Wuppertal.

For readers who wish to share their thoughts on this issue, general guidelines for publication are available by clicking here. Alternatively, letters to the Rundschau can be submitted by clicking here.

It is worth noting that leaf blowers are gardening devices currently in use, but their perceived harm outweighs their benefits for some, making it a topic of ongoing discussion in the city.

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