"Residents of Zurich decided Sunday to severely restrict the use of leaf blowers and leaf vacuums. More than 61% of voters supported the restrictive rules, which authorities said would limit noise and dust pollution. Gas-powered leaf blowers and leaf vacuums will be fully banned in Zurich, Switzerland's most populous city. Only electric devices will be used to blow away dirt and debris."
"They also claim that the devices are harmful for microorganisms such as bacteria, and recommend using rakes to remove leaves and trash. Opponents of the ban, however, had said the proposed ban would make life unnecessarily difficult for many people. They believed the vote was "an expression of a nonsensical and anti-social culture of prohibition.""
Zurich voters approved strict limits on leaf blowers and leaf vacuums, with over 61% supporting measures aimed at reducing noise and dust pollution. The measure bans gas-powered leaf blowers and vacuums in the city; only electric devices may be used to clear dirt and debris. The restriction applies from October through December; special permission is required for use outside that period and will be granted only in exceptional cases. Supporters cited loud operation, fine dust dispersion, air and noise pollution, and harm to microorganisms, and recommended rakes. Opponents argued the ban would create unnecessary hardship and called it an anti-social prohibition.
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