While we look forward to a long weekend with some nice weather coming up, officials are reminding residents in Belleville to be respectful and caution when using fireworks.
The City says that you aren’t allowed to set off fireworks on public property.
Under the noise by-law:
- Setting off fireworks between the hours of 11 pm and 7 am from Monday to Saturday is not allowed.
- You also can’t set them off on Sundays between the hours of 11 pm and 9 am.
Here’s a few more reminders from the City:
- Be mindful of where debris will land.
- Do not host family or informal neighbourhood fireworks displays.
- Appoint a responsible person to be in charge – only adults who are aware of the hazards and essential safety precautions should handle and discharge fireworks.
- Carefully read and follow the label directions on fireworks packaging.
- Always keep a water hose or pail of water close by when discharging fireworks.
- Discharge fireworks well away from combustible materials like buildings, trees and dry grass.
- Keep onlookers a safe distance away, upwind from where fireworks are discharged.
- Light only one firework at a time and only when they are on the ground – never try to light a firework in your hand or re-light dud fireworks. For dud fireworks, it is best to wait 30 minutes, soak them in a bucket of water and dispose of them in a metal container.
- Discharge fireworks only if wind conditions do not create a safety hazard.
- Keep sparklers away from children – sparklers burn extremely hot and can ignite clothing, cause blindness and result in severe burns. As the sparkler wire remains hot for some minutes after burnout, it should be immediately soaked in water to avoid injury.
- If someone gets burned, run cool water over the wound for three to five minutes and seek medical attention if necessary.
“Please enjoy family fireworks this long weekend but never forget safety. Fireworks are designed to be spectacular but can be equally as dangerous. Please keep in mind that young children and family pets can become immediately terrified. Please think before you light,” said Norm Mitts, Belleville Senior Fire Prevention Officer.
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