FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (WSVN) - Fort Lauderdale city leaders are meeting to discuss a ban on smoking and vaping.

The prohibition would only be in public parks and beaches.

Health officials said smoking is a known health hazard and second-hand smoke can cause cancer.

The law will not go into effect until a second vote is held before the end of the year.

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