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Safety Risks
1.Fire Hazards – Open flames can easily spread, causing accidental fires that destroy homes and forests.
2.Burn Injuries – Many people, especially children and women, suffer severe burns from direct exposure to flames.
Economic & Social Impact
1.Time & Labor Intensive – Gathering firewood is time-consuming, especially for women and children, reducing time for education or income-generating activities.
2.Financial Burden – Households relying on open fires spend significant amounts on fuel, which could be used for other essentials like food and healthcare.
This is why improved cookstoves like SSM’s Jet-flame technology are so important—they help reduce these harmful effects while improving efficiency and sustainability.