With Canada Day approaching, many people will be using personal fireworks. The provincial government is reminding the public to exercise care and caution if using personal fireworks.

Residents planning to use personal fireworks should consult the Forest Fire Hazard Rating Map to determine the daily level of forest fire risk.

Fireworks should only be used outdoors in a clear, open area. Monitor wind strength and direction to ensure fireworks do not impact buildings, vehicles, overhead obstructions or dry brush/grass.

Be aware of the impact fireworks can have on family pets. It is a good idea to advise neighbours with pets that you intend to use fireworks.

Ensure all spectators are at least 20 metres away from the fireworks at all times, and wear eye protection and non-flammable clothing when lighting fireworks. Always bury aerial fireworks to half their length either in the ground or in a large bucket filled with soil or sand.

Always have water ready to soak fireworks after they have fired, wait 30 minutes before attempting to pick up misfired fireworks and never attempt to re-light them. After retrieving them, soak them in water along with used fireworks. Dispose of soaked fireworks in an outdoor, fire-resistant garbage can, away from buildings and flammable materials.

People using fireworks must be at least 18 years old.