A flyer about wood burning on the bus?
In Voorschoten, we are committed to ensuring good air quality. But as a municipality, we can’t do this alone. We also need the help of our residents. That’s why we’re distributing an informational flyer in areas where wood burning causes significant nuisance.
When the air quality alert is code orange or red, the national Stookwijzer advises against burning wood. Both neighbors and passersby may experience discomfort, as ventilation systems draw in outside air to supply homes with fresh air. Burning wood can then cause discomfort, especially for people with respiratory conditions—and there are more of them than you might think.
Check out www.stookwijzer.nu
Are you wondering if your neighbors are bothered by your wood burning? Talk to them and feel free to ask. Do you want to light your wood stove or fireplace? Make it a habit to first check www.stookwijzer.nu. If you enter your ZIP code there, you’ll immediately see which color code is currently in effect. You’ll be doing yourself and your community a big favor.