No fireworks allowed this Halloween in Kamloops

“Having a flashlight can be very helpful, too. We always tell our kids, ‘Even though you’re excited, don’t run.’ Do one side of the street and then do the other side of the street as well instead of running back and forth.”

Fireworks are very popular on Halloween night. However, Cpt. Jeff Pont of Kamloops Fire Rescue says they are not allowed this year.

“There’s no permits for fireworks. We’re not allowing any. That means no setting off fireworks. No selling fireworks. There’s a minimum $250 fine if you’re caught with fireworks. And we will be enforcing that,” he said.

The decision was made as a precaution, based on drought conditions and wildfire danger.

“It’s still dry out there and not allowing fireworks is a good way to to make sure that we don’t have any more grass fires because it doesn’t look like we’re getting any precipitation. It’s going to be dry for a while,” explained Pont. “We actually had some fireworks and a grass fire this weekend. It just goes to show that it’s still dry out there.”

Aside from those who are out and about in the streets, Cpl. Evelyn reminds drivers to also pay extra attention on Halloween night.

“There’s going to be more children probably than usual out on the streets in the dark. So please, just slow down, have a look around, make sure it’s safe for you. It’s safe for everybody.”

So, make sure the fun spooky night doesn’t turn into a really scary event.

by Silvia Senna

No fireworks allowed this Halloween in Kamloops

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