The Dangers of Quarry Blasting

This from our neighbors in Murfreesboro. You can read the story and ALL the informative comments here: http://www.murfreesboropost.com/former-commissioner-complains-about-blasting-cms-993

Former Commissioner Complains about Blasting

By LISA MARCHESONI
The Murfreesboro Post

Blasting may be damaging the home of a former county commissioner and affecting the family's health, she reported Monday to Murfreesboro Police.

Ex-commissioner Tina Jones, who lives on U.S. Highway 41 South (Manchester Highway), reported blasting from the Joe B. Jackson Parkway area may cause respiratory problems for her family, Officer Jason McGee reported.
"Mrs. Jones stated that she has already experienced sinus problems as a result from the dust and debris," McGee reported.

She complained the dust and debris was thick enough to prevent visibility for 30 feet. She expressed concern for the family's horses.

Also, she reported the blasting shook her house and may damage the foundation.

The fire marshal's office is responsible for handling blasting complaints.