Some of us have probably been using a facemask for 6 months now but there's a good number among us who are not bothered about finding the closest waste bin to throw the used facemasks away.

This lackadaisical attitude turned a lot of public places into a complete eyesore, also posing a health hazard to members of the public.

Worried about the growing problem, Vasugi Ramasamy and her brother Suriya Kuppusamy decided to drive around their hometown by bike to pick up the used facemask they see along their ride.

Vasugi who is an Accounts Clerk in Econsave, Parit Buntar dedicated her time after work and on off days to do this with her brother who is a student at ILP Nibong Tebal. Their selfless contribution to the community covers various streets from Sungai Bakap to Parit Buntar.

The siblings from Taman Kesumba, Sg Bakap in Penang said they decided to start this initiative as face masks that are not disposed of properly will pose various health risks to the public.

Vasugi also hopes the public will dispose of used facemask responsibly to the environment clean and our community safe from any possible infections.

Photo and story credit: Vasugi Ramasamy