ESSEX, Vt (ABC22/FOX44) - In Essex on Friday, community members were focused on young Vermonters, especially when it comes to vaping and tobacco.

According to data from the Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids, just over 16% of high school students in Vermont use e-cigarettes.

"What we're doing here is really trying to create an understanding of what is really a new market for some very dangerous products," says Marcus Aloisi, field director for Flavors Hook Kids - a Vermont based organization.

Founded just last year, the group works to raise awareness about the dangers of kids using tobacco products - especially flavored ones like vapes and nicotine pouches.

In the past year, the organization has participated in health and wellness events, as well as health and safety fairs at local schools

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