Public Health England warned this week that the street lights can disrupt sleep, resulting in a “permanent jet lag.” The blue colour of the lights can also result in damage to the retina.
Read MoreNorth Hills considers transitioning to LED lights
North Hills trustees were cautious about discussing potentially converting the village’s lights to light emitting diodes, also known as LEDs, as a lawsuit is pending on the issue in another North Shore village.
Read MoreThe Switch to Outdoor LED Lighting Has Completely Backfired
The use of LEDs has resulted in a “rebound” effect whereby many jurisdictions have opted to use even more light owing to the associated energy savings.
Read MoreHypebeast Party Literally Burns the Eyes of Guests
The resulting condition for those exposed to such lighting is one called “photokeratitis.”
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