Over 25 used vape pods left scattered outside Sengkang Green Primary School
An alarming number of used vape pod cartridges were found outside the gate of Sengkang Green Primary School.
Stomper Germaphobe, who is a parent of a student at the school, took photos of the litter on April 17, at 1.30pm.
"I found at least 25 vape pods located outside the gates of Sengkang Green Primary School. This has been there for weeks already," the Stomper shared.
"Apart from it being illegal, it's extremely disgusting. People use their mouths on this and throw it around an area filled with children.
"This is absolutely disgusting and inconsiderate."
Germaphobe said she passed by the same area on April 28 and confirmed that the cartridges remain on the ground.
She added: "I hope the authorities can do something about this."
According to the Health Sciences Authority (HSA), e-vaporisers are known to contain harmful chemicals such as fine particulate matter (PM), cancer-causing agents like carbonyls, and volatile organic compounds such as formaldehyde and benzene.
The purchase, possession and use of emerging and imitation tobacco products, which include e-vaporisers, is prohibited.
Anyone who is convicted of possession, use and purchase of e-vaporisers is liable to a fine of up to $2,000.
Those who witness illegal use of e-vaporisers are advised to report it to HSA's Tobacco Regulation Branch at 6684 2036 or 6684 2037.
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