Will Rubber Mulch Make You Safe or Sorry?: Green Time 455

Did you know that rubber tires are full of toxins that are skin and eye irritants and that chemicals in tires can stunt the growth of plants and contaminate ground water? Tires, considered hazardous waste for years are now being ground up for rubber mulch to be put on children’s playgrounds and used in yards. Donna Jones, Elected Member of St. Louis School Board, and University City resident Rachel Slaughter discuss the dangers of rubber mulch with host Don Fitz. They cover a variety of toxins and look at