Metro Herald 23/12/2012
Irish Daily Star 23/12/2012
Lord Mayor of Dublin Naoise Ó Muirí launched Dublin Fire Brigade’s Halloween Safety Campaign in St. Agnes’ Primary School, Armagh Road, Crumlin, Dublin 12.
This campaign is run in conjunction with Dublin Bus, An Garda Síochána and the DSPCA. It is aimed at educating children from the age of ten upwards on the dangers of illegal bonfires and fireworks. Dublin Fire Brigade are asking Dubliners, young and old alike, to do everything they can to “Be Safe – Stay Safe” this Halloween. Fireworks and bonfires are dangerous and should never be played with, so this Halloween Be Safe Stay Safe.
- The campaign highlights safety tips for a Happy Halloween including:
- Stay Smart and Play Safe
- Bonfires and fireworks are extremely dangerous and can cause a lot of injuries and damage
- Respect Dublin Fire Brigade Fire Ambulance and Rescue Service, An Gardaí Siochana, the Emergency Services and Council Staff in doing their jobs
- Attend events throughout Dublin City and County that have been organised by the Local Authorities.
In conjunction with the launch a Halloween Safety Pack containing leaflets and posters was sent to all the primary schools in Dublin and are available for viewing via the links below.
If you see material such as pallets, tyres and old furniture being hoarded in advance of Halloween please contact our Litter Hotline on 1800 251 500 (office hours) or online here (go to the Bonfire Materials Service Request). Calls to the EPA 24 hr National Environmental Complaints Line 1850 365 121 will also be dealt with by the City Council.
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