Turn of the year - Government warns of danger from firecrackers: controls planned
At the turn of the year, the state government is calling on people in Brandenburg to be careful and cautious with fireworks. Interior Minister Michael Stübgen (CDU) warned against home-made and unauthorized rockets and firecrackers: "They quickly become an underestimated danger," he said in a statement on Wednesday.
Health Minister Ursula Nonnemacher (Greens) appealed: "The burden on hospitals and emergency services is currently above average. Restraint and caution in the use of New Year's Eve fireworks are therefore very important so that the situation in the healthcare system is not further exacerbated."
The State Office for Occupational Safety, Consumer Protection and Health will carry out extensive checks on the sale of pyrotechnics throughout the state, the Ministry of Health announced. When buying fireworks, it should be ensured that they are marked with the CE mark and a registration number. Category F2 pyrotechnics can be sold from this Thursday until December 30.
Although Brandenburg has not set up its own prohibited zones, fireworks are still taboo in some areas. Pyrotechnics may not be set off near petrol stations, hospitals, churches, children's and old people's homes, half-timbered houses and buildings that are thatched.
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- despite the restrictions, many residents of Brandenburg excitedly look forward to setting off fireworks during New Year's Eve, following the guidelines set by Interior Minister Michael Stübgen (CDU) and Health Minister Ursula Nonnemacher (Greens).
- Ursula Nonnemacher urged people to purchase only licensed fireworks with the CE mark and the required registration number, such as Category F2 pyrotechnics, which can be sold from December 23 to December 30.
- Pyrotechnic enthusiasts in Potsdam, especially, should be mindful of the local regulations regarding the prohibited zones for fireworks, including petrol stations, hospitals, churches, and elderly homes, as well as half-timbered houses and thatched buildings.
- With the turn of the year approaching, Ursula Nonnemacher emphasized the importance of being responsible and vigilant in the use of fireworks, considering the potential danger they pose, especially in the hands of amateur pyrotechnicians.
- To further ensure public safety, the State Office for Occupational Safety, Consumer Protection and Health will conduct rigorous checks on the sale of pyrotechnics throughout Brandenburg, ensuring the products comply with all safety standards and regulations.
- The CDU's Michael Stübgen and the Greens' Ursula Nonnemacher both agreed that the pleasure of celebrating New Year's Eve with fireworks must not lead to disastrous consequences, advising residents to prioritize safety and be respectful of their neighbors and community.
Source: www.stern.de
