Every autumn and spring, cases of burning dry leaves, grass, and branches are reported in the city.

The Odessa City Council once again reminds that burning dry leaves and grass in Ukraine is strictly prohibited and can lead to administrative fines, and in some cases, criminal liability. This practice harms health, the environment, and poses a threat to life.

It is also forbidden to dispose of leaves and cut branches in trash containers or leave them nearby.

There is a myth that this can improve yields. However, this is not true.
Firstly, the microflora that participates in important biological processes dies. The recovery of fertile soil under these conditions takes 5–6 years.

Secondly, the burning process pollutes the environment with harmful substances for the respiratory organs.

Thirdly, burning grass does NOT warm the soil, does NOT enrich it with ash, and does NOT promote the growth of new grass.

Moreover, a small fire can escalate into a large-scale wildfire, causing destruction and increasing the workload of emergency services.

It is better to compost leaves; this is not only a civilized approach to managing organic waste, but also an economical way to obtain excellent fertilizer.