Kamla Persad-Bissessar Reminds Citizens of Divali Fireworks Restrictions

Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar is urging people celebrating Diwali in Trinidad and Tobago to use fireworks safely and only within the legal 8 pm to 9 pm window on public holidays without a permit. She also reminded the public that fireworks are banned near hospitals, airports, animal shelters and other sensitive areas, with fines for breaches.

Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar reminded citizens that fireworks may be used on public holidays only between 8 p.m. and 9 p.m. without a permit, as Divali celebrations continue. She also warned that fireworks are banned near hospitals, airports, animal shelters, farms, forest reserves and national parks, urging people to protect neighbours, children and animals.