Run caused excess of exhaust fumes

Sunday while driving into Sandpoint from Sagle, I was treated to an event I assume was created to promote good health, the Scenic Half run. This event closed off one lane on First, thereby creating a bottleneck for northbound traffic. Because of this, traffic backed up well onto the Long Bridge, causing an excess of gasoline to be burned and creating additional exhaust fumes for those runners having to run by these idling vehicles.

For an event that is supposed to be promoting good health, causing excess exhaust fumes to be manufactured for those participating in the event make little sense. If this is to be an annual event, I suggest the organizers find a way to have it that does not create more pollution than is necessary.

LEE SANTA

Sagle