NYC fireworks laws snuffed out
People love the Big Apple and this is reflected in many ways. One such way is in its fireworks laws. Fireworks are allowed upstate and elsewhere in the state with a permit. But New York City has a zero tolerance attitude toward any and all fireworks.
Zero Tolerance: Since 2005, New York City has had a zero tolerance policy toward anyone "transporting, buying, selling or using illegal fireworks."
Types of Fireworks: If this is your first Fourth of July in New York City and you've always been able to bend the rules a little bit for the holiday in the past, you may wish to reconsider. In July 2005, Mayor Bloomberg "signed a law creating civil penalties for individuals using fireworks illegally." It's not just the degree of firework used, either. Types of fireworks considered illegal include: M-80s, rockets, firecrackers and sparklers.
Punishment: In 2005, some 65 people were arrested over the Fourth of July holiday.
Vehicle Transport: Even if you have no plans to use your fireworks in New York City, you better not even have them in your car. New York City enacted a law that makes seizure of your automobile something that officers can do if they find any fireworks in the vehicle. You can also be arrested for traveling with fireworks.
Why So Strict: Many unfamiliar with the city may ask why New York is so strict on fireworks. Really, it's for the community's safety. Former NYC Fire Commissioner Nicholas Scoppetta said, "For many years, July 4th was one of the busiest days of the year for the FDNY. It was so busy that in some communities, additional fire units had to be added to respond to all the fires caused by illegal fireworks."
While you may say that no kind of injury could ever happen to you, New York City has been burned enough in the past to warrant a zero tolerance policy.
So come to New York City. See the Macy's Fourth of July fireworks. Enjoy all that the city has to offer. If you'd like to set off your own fireworks, head out somewhere where fireworks laws are more lax and where the chances of hurting anyone or yourself are far less.
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1 Comments
Post a CommentActually, Jesse, they are illegal here too. A man lost his eyesight looking down the pipe containing a rocket that failed to explode...until he looked into it. People, everyday consumers, just don't understand the risks. It's better left to the pros. cheers :)