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Dear All Resident's, As the nights draw in and our community gets ready to celebrate bonfire night and Halloween, lets all make sure the fun stays safe for everyone, lets make this season a safe, enjoyable and respectful one for everyone in our community. 🎇 Fireworks can be fun but take extra care - plan ahead and always follow the firework code Only buy fireworks that have a CE mark, from licenced retailers.Don’t drink alcohol if setting off fireworks.Keep fireworks in a closed box and use them one at a time.Read and follow the instructions on each firework, using a torch if necessary.Light the firework at arm’s length with a taper and stand well back.Always supervise children around fireworks.Never return to a firework once it has been lit.Light sparklers one at a time and wear gloves. Keep a bucket of water close by.Never give sparklers to a child under five years old.Don’t put fireworks in pockets and never throw them.Don’t let off fireworks after 11pm.Always keep pets indoors.🔥If you are having a bonfire. build the bonfire away from sheds, fences and treesnever use paraffin or petrol on a bonfire make sure that the bonfire is out and surroundings are made safe before leaving. Whether you're watching fireworks, lightening a bonfire, or heading out, stay alert, be considerate and look out for one another. Have a fantastic and safe celebrations. Kind regards, Ealing Common Safer Neighbourhoods Team | 
