The material was originally meant to start being prohibited at <br />the beginning of 2019. But establishments were given the first half of this year to prepare. Those who violate the ban will be fined $250 and a second penalty <br />is worth double that of $500. Due to it not being biodegradable, styrofoam is considered to be a menace to the environment. It also consumes toxins very quickly and is a chore to cleanup because of being easily breakable. NYC is now the <br />biggest American city<br />to prohibit styrofoam. It is also prohibited in other <br />major U.S. areas like <br />Seattle and San Diego.
