You can carry out smart balloon practices by following these tips.

•          Keep balloons secured to a weight.  A helium filled balloon should be tied securely to a weight that will keep it from releasing into the air.

•          Do not release foil balloons into the air.  After the party is over, many people will want to take the balloons home, but when you’re finished with them, pop the balloons and dispose of them properly.  Do not release them into the air, although it is very very rare, they can cause problems if they are tangled in power lines and can turn into roadside litter if not disposed of properly. 

•          Keep deflated or popped latex balloons away from small children to avoid risks of choking.  Children under 8 years can choke or suffocate on uninflated or broken balloons; adults should always supervise young children with balloons.

•          Latex balloons are made of natural rubber latex and are biodegradable, but may cause allergic reactions in people who are allergic to natural rubber latex.

 

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