Regulations On Scattering Ashes In Florida

By Susan Cole


Immortality is a fictional theory. At some point, we all pass away and are no longer of this world. After death, the first thing people do is starting up plans for the burial. Burial is the most common way of biding our loved one goodbye. Cremation comes in at a close second. Some people prefer to be cremated for their own personal reasons. Below are some of the laws on scattering ashes in Florida.

Cremation is allowed in many places in the world. Afterward, the family may go and ask for the ashes. In the event that they do, they may choose to keep them in an urn and go back home with them. Other people may choose to give their family a sendoff. This is by usually scattering the remains in a chosen location.

Public lands are one of the places where a scattering of cremated human ashes is prohibited. This is because it actually affects the public. These lands include stadiums, public parks among many other places. It would be really disturbing for example, if people went to give their loved ones a sendoff at Disney land. People would be uncomfortable and leave.

It is also not allowed on federal lands. These are grounds that belong to a government or state. They include places like national reserves or even military bases. In the state of Florida, one may be allowed to conduct the sendoff ceremony in a national park. This, however, is only possible after they get permission from the authorities in charge.

Public waters are also another place that scattering should not be done. By public waters, it means the water that is used by the public. For example, from lakes, rivers and streams. This water is usually treated and directed to the residences of people. Disposing of the ash to hear may lead to consumption of little particles of human remains.

There is the option of scattering on private property. This may actually be your own private property. If it is not, you are required to get permission from the owner. Private properties include golf clubs, theaters, and even private clubs. There actually some cemeteries in Florida that offered the option of smattering gardens.

It would be really creepy for people to come into contact with cremation ash. The disposing of the residues is required to be done in a discreet and respectful way. So as you spread out the ashes, make sure that you do not pile them on one spot leaving them as obvious evidence. It would be best to conduct the ceremony on a windy day.

You may choose to drive to the place of ceremony, walk or even fly. In the case of scattering at sea, you have other options. You can go on surfing boards as long as you are at least 3 miles offshore. You may also use a helicopter provided you get the ashes out of the container. Your ceremony should not in any way disturb the marine life.




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