Los Angeles officials looking to crack down on coronavirus mask, glove littering

It’s looking like the risk of fines and jail time isn’t enough.

Los Angeles officials fed up with locals tossing their unwanted masks and gloves on the ground during the coronavirus outbreak are asking the city’s Bureau of Sanitation and Attorney’s Office to find new ways to crack down on offenders, ranging from increased penalties to expanded enforcement, a report says.

"This littering is not only disrespectful of others, it is dangerous to others, especially the workers who end up cleaning up the contaminated items," Councilman Bob Blumenfield was quoted by City News Service as saying.

"So during this pandemic, I think it makes good sense that we enhance the penalties and we make a strong statement that it ... (Read more)

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