Fireworks
Sorry Cape Town, no designated areas for fireworks tonight - City
Operating a public fireworks display without a permit is not allowed in terms of the by-law.
-
Plettenberg Bay venue cans NYE fireworks display
The Grand Africa Lookout Beach has opted for a laser light display to bring the magic as the crowd counts down to the end of the decade.
-
Overberg bans fireworks ahead of New Year’s Eve celebrations
Fire officials in the region have warned residents there is only one designated area for the use of fireworks on Tuesday night.
-
Officials issue warning over use of fireworks for New Year’s celebrations
Fire crews were stretched to the limit last week when a runaway blaze caused severe damage in the Overberg and Winelands districts.
-
CoCT calls for end to 'misguided tradition' of Guy Fawkes
The municipality received 345 calls relating to Guy Fawkes incidents on Tuesday.
-
Guy Fawkes Day: The dos and don'ts
For your safety, here’s a list of rules to follow this Guy Fawkes Day.
-
CoCT adds second fireworks site for Diwali celebrations
The Bishop Lavis Sports Ground is now also available to Hindu residents who want to discharge fireworks on Sunday.
-
More sites needed for Diwali fireworks, says CT Hindu community
The South African Hindu Maha Sabha is now calling on the city to engage with it about additional sites and to include the Hindu community in initiatives, warning it may still proceed with legal action to ensure religious rights are upheld.
-
CoCT makes site available for Diwali fireworks
The municipality last week announced its decision to forego designated sites this year for Diwali, Guy Fawkes and New Year's Eve.
-
Activist: City of CT decision on fireworks should not affect Diwali celebrations
Anu Nepal said although she understands the dangers associated, the discharge of fireworks is a key feature when celebrating the Hindu festival.
-
Hindu body to take CoCT to court over move to scrap fireworks sites
The city communicated the decision last week indicating a reluctance by sub-councils to approve sites, the high cost of running them and public sentiment against the use of fireworks.
-
Cape Town bans fireworks for Diwali, Guy Fawkes, New Year
The City won't be offering designated fireworks sites for traditional celebrations this year, partly due to public opposition.
-
SPCA urges public to use fireworks responsibly during New Year's celebrations
The SPCA says dogs and cats hear fireworks five times louder than humans and have urged pet owners to take precautionary measures
-
Those celebrating Diwali urged to set off fireworks during stipulated times only
Johannesburg EMS says fireworks can be set off between 7 pm and 10 pm.
-
Joburg Public Safety appeals to residents to welcome New Year responsibly
The department says firework displays are also prohibited to be held on agricultural holdings and near petrol stations for which the fine is R1500.
-
Capetonians urged to use caution with fireworks
Twelve venues have been approved by the city as sites to discharge fireworks.
-
39 injured in fireworks explosion at Cuban festival on Christmas Eve
The centuries-old Parrandas festival in the central town of Remedios takes place every Dec. 24 and draws thousands of Cubans and some tourists.
-
Indonesia fireworks factory explosion kills 30, injures dozens – official
Media images of the PT Panca Buana Cahaya Sukses warehouse showed smouldering ash and debris, with the roof completely missing.
-
Joburg residents warned over fireworks displays
The City of Johannesburg urges residents to be considerate of old age homes and pets when setting off fireworks.
