Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) issues a warning to residents about the safe and legal use of fireworks during the festive season.
JMPD residents have been warned not to be careless with fireworks. In a statement issued on 27 December, the JMPD said fireworks must be used with caution and respect for the law. Residents found guilty of different offences will be fined between R1000 and R1500., and petrol stations. They also include letting minors ignite fireworks or not obtaining permission and complying with terms and conditions for fireworks displays.
Citizens could also be fined for not ensuring that their fireworks displays are presented on suitable premises with written authority from the Emergency Medical Services. JMPD said that residents are allowed to use fireworks on Guy Fawkes Day, Diwali, Christmas Eve, Day of Goodwill, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day between 7 pm and 10 pm, except on New Year's Eve, when they can be used between 11 pm and 1 am.not to buy or sell illegal fireworks. It tried to minimise incidents where illegal fireworks injured children and the elderly
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