Halloween safety is everyone’s responsibility

Nanaimo

2023-10-26 10:30 PDT

File # 2023

Halloween will soon be upon us. With that, the Nanaimo RCMP wishes to provide some basic safety tips to keep it a fun filled accident free evening. The following is provided for everyone’s safety:

Fireworks and firecrackers

What’s the difference you ask? Well, the only way in which you can lawfully possess or even set off fireworks in the City of Nanaimo is to receive prior approval from the Fire Chief. Firecrackers are prohibited and no one is allowed to possess them or set them off. If you are found to be using firecrackers in a dangerous manner, criminal code charges could be pending

Motorists

• Reduce speeds significantly and be prepared to stop suddenly

Costumes

• If your little one cannot see their feet with their mask on, they are at risk to trip and hurt themselves. Parents- Make sure little ones are also dressed appropriately and that their costumes are highly visible.

Parents

• Always do a once over before allowing your kids to dig in

Dog owners

• Please keep you animals inside as the noise and excitement and be too much for them to process

If anyone has questions around fireworks, firecrackers or safety, please do not hesitate to contact the Nanaimo RCMP Community Policing Section at 250-755-4469.

Have fun, stay safe, be smart 

Released by

R/Cst Gary O'Brien

Email: gary.obrien@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
Website: nanaimo.rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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