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Several teenagers in the Eastern Ontario region are in hospital now after eating JimsonWeed. The Eastern Ontario Health Unit (EOHU) has issued a community alert about the deadly plant which some people experi- ment with for its narcotic effects without full knowlege of the risk. "Young people are not aware of the se- rious risk they're taking," stated Dr. Paul Roumeliotis, EOHU chief medical health officer. "Some of them may think of Jimson Weed as a substitute for other drugs. Unfor- tunately, this could cost them their lives." Jimson Weed attacks the central nervous system, affecting the heart rate, blurring the vision, and causing hallucinations. It can also lead to seizures, put users into a coma which may end in death. Symptoms of Jim- son Weed poisoning begin within half an hour to an hour after eating the plant and
sedatives along with a high level of nitrate. Incidents of Jimson Weed poisoning are common in the United States and Canada, often involving people who have heard or read about the plant’s use in ancient sacred rituals. It also was one of the ingredients used during medieval times in a body lo- tion that gave the user hallucinations about “flying” and is believed to be one explana- tion why some people were accused of and executed for witchcraft during those times. All parents and caregivers are urged to talk to their children about the risks in- volved with Jimson Weed. If Jimson Weed poisoning is ever suspected, take the per- son affected to hospital right away. More information about the plant and its dangers is available from the Prescott-Rus- sell Addiction Services agency, toll-free at 1-855-624-1415. Police responded a traffic accident call Sept. 30 on Concession 4 in Plantagenet. Officers found a Ford Focus in a ditch at the end of a dead-end road. They deter- mined that the car went out of control, hit the cement blocks and went into the ditch. A fire ignited, destroying the car. Matthew Kirkham, 20, of Alfred-Plan- tagenet Township was charged with im- paired driving and driving with a blood- alcohol level exceeding 80 milligrams. His licence is suspended on for 90 days. He is due in provincial court on Oct. 15. Assault with weapon Police were called to a Bouvier Road residence Oct. 3 regarding a domestic disturbance complaint. A 32-year-old Clarence-Rockland man is charged with two counts of domestic vandalism, and one charge each of spousal assault and spousal assault with a weapon. He is scheduled for provincial court in L’Ori- gnal Oct. 22. Thanksgiving re- minder for ATV riders The Thanksgiving long weekend is rol- ling up and for some that means making plans for ATV outings on the local trails. Police want to remind riders to keep sa- fety in mind. In Ontario ATV drivers must have at least a valid G2 licence. All riders must wear CSA-approved helmets. Pas- sengers are not allowed. Children should not be allowed to drive a full-sized ATV. Any ATV must be registered and insured with papers available on demand.. police beat Impaired driving
the hallucinatory effects and other symp- toms, including a high fever and blurred vision, can last for up to one or two days. Jimson Weed belongs to the nightshade or datura family of toxic plants. Also known as Devil’s Weed, Sacred Thorn Apple, Devil’s Apple, Mad Apple, and by various other names. The plant grows in waste places, most often in sandy soil, and may be mista- ken as a large shrub-like herbaceous weed, measuring three to four feet high and just as broad. The plant has pointed green leaves and large trumpet-shaped white or purple flowers measuring up to eight inches in size that bloom in the evening and remain open overnight until morning. The blooms have a strong lemony scent. The prickly seed pod contains dozens of seeds. All parts of the plant are poisonous and contains atropine, scopolamine and other powerful hypnotic
Jimson Weed in bloom
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