CFD responds to a 'near miss' fire caused by fireworks
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A grass and brush fire set off by fireworks threatened homes in Panorama Hills Boxing Day is a reminder that residents are not allowed to ignite fireworks or pyrotechnics in Calgary without a permit.
A grass and brush fire set off by fireworks threatened homes in Panorama Hills Boxing Day is a reminder that residents are not allowed to ignite fireworks or pyrotechnics in Calgary without a permit.
Multiple calls were made to 911 just after 9 p.m. on Dec. 26 after fireworks, which were set off by a group of children, sparked a grass fire near 170 Paramount Rd. N.W.
According to Carol Henke with the Calgary Fire Department, homeowners were concerned because the fire was growing and moving towards their homes.
"This was irresponsible behaviour which could have destroyed multiple homes," said Henke.
Crews were able to put the fire out before it damaged any property.
Fireworks and pyrotechnics are not allowed in Calgary, with the exception of them being ignited by a trained and certified professional with a fireworks permit.
"This near miss highlights why the bylaw prohibiting the sale and discharge of consumer fireworks by untrained professionals is in place. It is for the safety of people and the protection of citizens' property," said Henke.
