Zurich Voters Approve Ban on Petrol-Powered Leaf Blowers
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Summary
Zurich voters have approved a ban on petrol-powered leaf blowers with a 61.7% majority, citing noise pollution concerns. The ban also includes new restrictions for battery-powered models, limiting their use primarily to October through December, with exceptions only for special circumstances.
Key quotes
· 5 pulledThe people of Zurich have had enough of the noise of leaf blowers.
Voters have banned petrol-powered machines with a 61.7% majority.
There is also a new restriction for battery-powered models.
They may only be used from October to December.
Use in other months is only permitted in exceptional circumstances.
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