Blowing Grass Clippings onto New York Roads Can Cost You

In New York, mowing your grass clippings onto the road is a major no go. According to the Vehicle and Traffic Law, any kind of trash or litter on a highway or within its right-of-way is a big time no-no. Believe it or not, but this also means grass clippings and fallen leaves are part of the deal.

Why It's a Big Deal

You might be wondering why such a big fuss is being made over grass clippings. Well, they pose so many different potential hazards. Cyclists, motorcyclists, and other road users could find themselves in a slippery situation if they come across your freshly blown grass clippings. It's a recipe for disaster that can cause accidents and an all-around messy situation.

Facing the Consequences

If you get caught in the act, mowing your grass clipping into the road, your grassy mess can lead to a a accident or worse. You could be hit with a not-so-friendly fine, if things escalate and your little grassy misadventure results in damages, you can find yourself owing a pretty penny.

Better Alternatives

Let's not turn our lawns into hazard zones! Instead of flinging your grass clippings into the road, why not do something safer and better for the environment. You can mulch those clippings back into your lawn or start a compost pile. And if those ideas don't float your boat, a trip to a recycling center or putting them to the curb for trash pickup is always an option.

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Let's keep our roads safe and clean by steering clear of grassy misdemeanors. It only takes a moment to change everything in your life, so take that moment and don't mow your clippings into the road.