The first reason why smoking should not be allowed in public area because smoking is dangerous to health and smoking can be dangerous not only for the smoker, but also for those around the smoker too. The Manitoba Medical Association said that the smoke contains over 4,000 chemicals, 50 of which are known to be cancer-related. People who smoke subject themselves to deadly diseases, as well as long- and short-term health problems. Non-smokers should not have to live with the consequences of smokers' actions. It is obvious that if not permitting smoking in public areas may help people refrain from smoking. This is first reason why smoking should not be allowed in public area.