SASKATOON – With Canada Day approaching, the Saskatoon Fire Department wants the public to stay safe when setting off fireworks. Fire officials held a demonstration Monday to promote safe celebrations on Wednesday.
Officials say the most important way to stay safe is to pay close attention to manufacturers’ instructions on individual fireworks packaging.
Different types require a range of grounding and partially buried as well as the distance to stand way from the displays.
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Fire officials say they rarely receive calls concerning fireworks, but still wants people to be cautious.
Low hazard fireworks can only be detonated on private property between the hours of dusk and 11 p.m. These are designed for public recreational use and include roman candles, fountains, wheels, volcanoes and snakes that travel less than 50 metres high.
“We require that nobody under the age of 18 discharge the fireworks,” said Wayne Rodger, fire marshall.
“That you have a water source nearby, either some pails of water that we have here or a portably extinguisher or a garden hose, you need some medium with which to extinguish.”
Enthusiasts should find a clear site with no overhead obstructions with room for spectators to watch the show at a safe distance.
Firework debris or smoldering embers can cause injuries, property damage or even fires. Officials are reminding people they are responsible for any debris that may land on another person’s property.
Katlynn Millions contributed to this story
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