Fireworks!

The Nuisance by-law No. 20-2016 regulates the noise of fireworks in South Glengarry. Visit www.southglengarry.com for more information.

Firework Safety How to dispose of fireworks correctly and safely.

Improper disposal of fireworks can cause fires in waste collection vehicles and at facilities. Never put used or unused fireworks in the Blue Bin (recycling).

Learn how to correctly dispose of fireworks using the Recycle Coach – What Goes Where. Just type the name of a waste item such as “used fireworks” or “unused fireworks” into the Search field and the tool will tell you how to dispose of it.

Firework safety reminders:

• You must be 18 years of age to possess or discharge fireworks

• Appoint a responsible person to be in charge. Only adults 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, upwind from the area where fireworks are discharged

• Light one firework at a time, and only when located 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 and soak them in a bucket of water

• 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, causing blindness and severe burns. The sparkler wire remains hot for some minutes after burnout. It should be immediately soaked in water to avoid injury

• If someone is burned, run cool water over the wound for three to five minutes and, if necessary, seek medical attention

• For emergencies only, call 911.