In Dnipro, residents are urged not to decorate trees with Christmas lights.
The Department of Urban Beautification of the Dnipro City Council urged businesses and residents not to decorate trees with garlands or use strong fasteners, as this could damage the plants. Fines are предусмотрены for damage to green areas.
The Department of Public Works of the Dnipro City Council has appealed to businesses and residents to refrain from decorating trees with garlands and using rigid fasteners. The department emphasized that such decorations could harm the greenery.
The statement also reminded that damage to trees and shrubs can lead to administrative liability, citing Article 152 of the Code of Ukraine on Administrative Offenses.
To create a festive atmosphere near establishments, business owners are advised to use decorative arches, special structures, or decorate building facades. The agency emphasized that green plantings play an important role in providing the city with oxygen and shade, so they should be protected.