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Surrey and White Rock issue safety warnings for Halloween and Diwali
The cities of Surrey and White Rock have issued safety reminders for residents ahead of Halloween on October 31 and Diwali on November 8. Local authorities, including the Surrey Police Service and the BC SPCA, are highlighting risks associated with fireworks, road safety, and holiday decorations.
In White Rock, using fireworks without a permit is illegal. In Surrey, the sale, purchase, and use of fireworks are prohibited without a valid permit from the Surrey Fire Service and deferral certification. Additionally, individuals under the age of 18 are prohibited from possessing fireworks. Violations in Surrey can result in fines between $400 and $50,000, with each day of an ongoing offence treated as a separate violation.
Surrey bylaw officers will be deployed to high-activity areas to monitor for illegal fireworks. The BC SPCA has also cautioned that fireworks can cause distress to pets and wildlife.
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BC SPCA · City of Surrey · City of White Rock · Surrey Fire Service · Surrey Police Service
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- [● 2 SOURCES] In Surrey, fireworks use requires a permit from the Surrey Fire Service and deferral certification. cloverdalereporter.com · surreynowleader.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Fireworks can frighten pets and wildlife. cloverdalereporter.com · surreynowleader.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Individuals under 18 are prohibited from possessing fireworks in Surrey. cloverdalereporter.com · surreynowleader.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] It is illegal to use fireworks without a permit in White Rock. cloverdalereporter.com · surreynowleader.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Fireworks violations in Surrey can result in fines ranging from $400 to $50,000. cloverdalereporter.com · surreynowleader.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Surrey bylaw officers will be deployed to high-activity areas during Halloween and Diwali. cloverdalereporter.com · surreynowleader.com