A high fire index in the metro region has forced the cancellation of Canada Day fireworks in the capital city scheduled for 10:00 p.m. July 1.
Dry conditions also mean all personal or backyard fireworks in St. John’s are also prohibited.
Canada Day and New Year’s Eve are only two occasions on which people can fire personal fireworks without express permission.
Th St. John’s Regional Fire Department says while there is no fire ban, it is asking residents to be cautious when using firepits and charcoal barbeques, and keep a hose or fire extinguisher handy.
