If you're marking November 5th with fireworks and bonfires, here are some tips for staying safe.
With 20 separate fireworks events taking place across Guernsey tonight alone, Fire and Rescue is reminding islanders of the dangers related to Bonfire Night.
A further 22 are scheduled over the next three evenings, with the final display at Footes Lane on Sunday (8 November).
The events are listed here.
Buy fireworks from reputable sellers and look for CE or UKCA safety marks
Never give fireworks to anyone under 18
Follow the Firework Code and never relight a firework that fails to go off
Keep alcohol away from the person in charge of fireworks
Light sparklers one at a time, wear gloves, and never give sparklers to children under five
Keep pets indoors and let neighbours know if you're planning a display
Soak used fireworks in water for at least 24 hours before disposal
Tobin Cook, Director of Environmental Health & Pollution Regulation, said:
“Bonfire Night is an occasion many islanders look forward to each year, and with a little planning it can be enjoyed safely and responsibly by everyone.
"We encourage anyone organising a bonfire or fireworks display to take a few minutes to read the guidance available online and to let our team know about their event by calling 221161.
"The advice covers everything from safety and being considerate to neighbours, to reducing any impact on wildlife and animals. Bonfires should be used only to celebrate Guy Fawkes' Night and not as a way of disposing of household or other waste.”
The GSPCA says pet owners should take precautions.
Manager Steve Byrne told Island FM:
"Tonight and over the next few nights is going to be very stressful for thousands of animals around Guernsey and the other islands, not just pets but also the wildlife.
"Hopefully many, if not all, have registered their events on the Firework Government webpage.
He explained what people with animals at home can do:
"Closing the windows, closing the curtains, putting on the TV, putting on some music, which can be soothing to animals.
"Classical music is an ideal one, and don't walk your animals out in the evening. Every year when that happens, we get dogs escape somehow through various means because they're frightened and scared."
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