FAQ
Here we provide questions and answers to matters regarding fireworks.
Fireworks
Fireworks Frustration
The Fireworks Frustration site addresses issues resulting from fireworks discharge. Though the content is largely focused on the CVRD (Cowichan Valley Regional District, British Columbia, Canada), the ideas are applicable to any community which regards fireworks displays at best, a nuisance or at worst, a hazard.
Hacking the Fireworks Firewall
Fireworks are a severe problem for many: wildlife, farm animals, pets, people with PTSD and anxiety. They are seen by some as a traditional and/or cultural means of celebration. Hence, jurisdictions often allow such activities which are a blatant abuse of an individual's basic rights.
Helpful Alliances
This section lists actual and potential alliances with groups, organizations and individuals who want to end fireworks displays. There is strength in numbers and working together we can achieve the goal we all seek.
Media
Various media related to fireworks will be gathered here. The items will contain quoted excerpts in italics. Any editorial commentary will be shown inside [].
Presenting to Politicians
In order to ban fireworks, citizens need to educate and convince their politicians. The information here details the process for presenting to various municipalties at council meetings.
Problems and Solutions
Specific problems such as pollution and health issues are presented followed by some solutions.
Research Papers
Various journal papers regarding the effects of fireworks will be presented in this section.
Resources
Here are some resources that may be of use for those actively seeking to stop fireworks frustration.
Stories
Personal experiences with fireworks and those discharging them will be collected here. These can include not only bad experiences, but also ones on how a community stopped fireworks displays.