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RAWALPINDI, Oct 14 (APP): The communication teams of Rawalpindi Waste Management Company (RWMC) carried out its cleanliness and anti-smog awareness campaign in the area of Union Council-1, Ratta Amral area here on Tuesday.
According to the RWMC spokesman, the teams asked the shopkeepers and residents of the area to play their part in educating the people about the importance of cleanliness.
The teams also visited various educational institutions in the area and apprised the teachers, staff and students about the hazards of smog.
He said the objective of the activity was to reach as many people as possible, educating the general public about precautionary measures to avoid smog.
The teams also distributed waste bags and leaflets among the people to educate them about the importance of cleanliness.
The teams also asked the residents to ensure the spraying of water to prevent dust and to use masks and glasses. He said that the promotion of tree plantation was vital for avoiding smog and checking environmental pollution.
In a message, RWMC has appealed to the people not to burn waste and chemicals in the open, as they are the major cause of smog. The message adds that burning garbage is a legal offense, as smoke and dust contribute to smog, which is harmful to both the environment and human health.