The City of Cape Town is advising parents to
keep a close watch on their children as Guy Fawkes Day approaches on Tuesday. Unlike
the Drakenstein Municipality, Cape Town is unable to enforce a ban on fireworks
due to legal limitations.
However, the city is urging residents to avoid
using fireworks, citing risks to animals, individuals, and local businesses.
Guy Fawkes Day marks the anniversary of the 1605 gunpowder plot, where a group
attempted to blow up the British Parliament and King James I.
JP Smith, the MMC for Safety and Security,
stated, while a ban on fireworks would be ideal, it is unfortunately beyond the
city's control.
"A ban on fireworks is the best solution,
but unfortunately that is outside of the city's purview, and we will ensure
that we play our part to curb it as best possible," he said.
Done by: Stephanie Van Rayen
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