The Penticton Fire Department is cautioning residents to stay safe ahead of what promises to be a very unique Halloween.
On top of fireworks and the other various safety concerns that occur on Halloween night, residents also have COVID-19 to worry about.
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Residential use of fireworks is illegal in the province of British Columbia without a permit, explained Penticton fire chief Larry Watkinson.
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With fireworks out of the question and many questions remaining about how to safely trick-or-treat during a pandemic, Watkinson says Halloween in 2020 will be uniquely challenging.
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Other ways to ensure you and your kids stay safe this Halloween include:
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- Drivers should be aware and extra cautious of children on the roads at night
- If you use fireworks or have a bonfire, do it safely: don香蕉视频直播檛 light fireworks from your hands and make sure they are a safe distance from any properties or grassy fields
- Dress children in bright clothing for visibility
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