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Decibel Levels of Fireworks vs Normal Sounds
Comparison of sound intensity levels affecting human and animal ear health.
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Public urged to stay alert amid New Year accident risks
Authorities have urged the public to remain vigilant during the upcoming Sinhala and Tamil New Year period, warning of an increased risk of road traffic and fireworks-related accidents. ..
Animal lovers suggest national plan on firecracker risks
News View(s): By Kasun Warakapitiya Animal rights activists say it is high time the Government set up a national action plan and raise awareness about potential harms to animals from New Year fireworks. They pointed out that animals suffer from shock and stress as well as hearing disabilities due to firecrackers. We Are for the Animals, president Sewwandi Perera told the Sunday Times people should be allowed to only use certain varieties of fireworks to avoid sound pollution. Dogs hear up to 45-65khz and crackers could cause sudden or partial hearing loss, painful experiences as well as ruptured ear drums in severe cases Although Animal welfare organisations continue to advocate against firecrackers and fireworks, the impact is far less compared to a government action plan where resources, funds as well as actions are backed by law. “The government should have allowed a national action plan where local bodies could be given authority to regulate use of fireworks.” he added. He suggested the government set up designated areas for fireworks lighting to ensure there is no public nuisance. Some animal rights activists advised taking responsibility over safety as more animals run away due to fear of firecracker explosions. Animal rights activist Champa Fernando, who is also the secretary of Kandy Association for Community Protection through Animal Welfare, advises people to keep pets in enclosed areas or indoors during the New Year. “Everyone knows the auspicious times, we know when the crackers are lit, so they can keep pets safe,” she said. She said that after the new year, every year pet owners post social media messages about lost pets. So these pet owners should be responsible and secure their animals in enclosed areas and provide a calm environment. The Sunday Times observed that most animal welfare organisations as well as animal rights activists have been rescuing street dogs and cats and feeding community dogs and cats. A veterinary surgeon working with the veterinary surgeon at the Pinnawala Zoo, Dr Kithmini Dunuwila explained how firecrackers contribute to hearing damage and badly affect household pets and birds. She explained that firecrackers produce impulses often within 140-170 decibels, and has the capability of causing mechanical damage to the eardrum in extreme cases. More commonly it damages hair cells in “cochlea” (inner ear), the hair cells do not regenerate, and the damage is permanent, she said. Dr Dunuwila explained dogs and cats have hi...
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Health officials urge parents to remain vigilant of children during ...
Consultant Paediatrician Dr. Deepal Perera of the Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children in Colombo has urged parents to be more vigilant with children during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year festive season. He said that most child-related accidents occur mainly due to parental negligence and stressed the importance of constant supervision to prevent such incidents. Dr. Perera encouraged parents to ...
