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A recent surge in its use against protestors, coupled with the devastation of a global pandemic, exacerbates the risk of harm. There's concern among medical professionals that the use of tear gas can increase the risk of developing and spreading respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, adding to the dangers of the agent.

Smoke and chemical inhalation doesn't seem to bother them while they are burning places down.

Maybe they are not wearing their mAskS properly... ?

Simple answer. STOP riOtiNg...