GEORGE NEWS - George Municipality's law enforcement officers have visited 241 shops in George and Uniondale areas since the last sweep in November, and fined five shop owners in George a total of R7 500 for having fireworks in their possession.
Law enforcement officers have put up hundreds of posters about the ban on fireworks in the George municipal area and will continue writing out warnings and issue fines to shop owners who refuse to adhere to the law.
The value of the fireworks confiscated in George is approximately R1 700.
Officers will next clamp down on Thembalethu, Rosedale, New Dawn Park and Haarlem.
Due to the high fire risk, the setting off and possession of fireworks, firecrackers, flares, paper lanterns and other such paraphernalia is not allowed in the George municipal area.
The fireworks confiscated by law enforcement officers will be handed over to the police for disposal. Confiscation notices are issued to the offending shops.
Fireworks and crackers confiscated in George.
Fireworks and beaches
George Municipality will firmly enforce the applicable by-laws and additional law enforcement officers will be deployed at various areas and beaches over the festive season to attend to fireworks complaints.
For some pets, especially dogs and cats with particularly noise-sensitive ears, the sound of fireworks can cause intense fear responses.
Some pets will go to extremes to hide, others get startled and run away, and general anxiety caused by unexpected loud sounds can have long-lasting effects on animals.
• Report the illegal setting off of fireworks on 044 801 6350 or after hours on 044 801 6300.
• Report the illegal trade in fireworks on 044 801 6350 or after hours on 044 801 6300.
• Fire emergencies: 044 801 6311
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