During the Chinese New Year, people always think of the jubilant sound and brilliant light of fireworks. However, in recent years, there has been increasing concern about environmental pollution, fire risk and noise pollution caused by fireworks. In order to solve these problems, many places have successively issued new regulations on fireworks and firecrackers to restrict and standardize the behavior of fireworks.
Why ban fireworks?First of all, setting off fireworks can pollute the environment. Experts point out that the burning of fireworks will release a large amount of smoke, dust and harmful gases, seriously affecting air quality, especially in densely populated urban areas, fireworks and firecrackers will cause non-negligible harm to human health and the environment. Secondly, there is a fire hazard when setting off fireworks. Many fire cases are related to fireworks, and fires can easily cause accidents, resulting in property damage and even threatening people's lives. Thirdly, setting off fireworks can also cause noise pollution. For many families, the night of the Chinese New Year's Eve should be a time of reunion and peace, however, the frequent sound of firecrackers and ** breaks this tranquility and affects people's rest and sleep. The existence of these problems has prompted some localities to introduce corresponding policies to restrict or even prohibit the use of fireworks.
However, not every place has a policy of banning fireworks completely. Recently, some places have adjusted the fireworks and firecrackers policy, from "prohibiting" to "restricting fireworks". For example, the cities of Zhengzhou, Luoyang and Nanyang in Henan Province have made it clear that specific times, places and varieties can be set to restrict the use of fireworks. Dongying City and Binzhou City in Shandong Province have also issued notices, clearly stipulating that fireworks can be set off in some areas and specific time periods during the Spring Festival in 2024. Dalian City, Liaoning Province, said in the notice that there is no time limit on Chinese New Year's Eve, and fireworks can be set off, but the scope of the fireworks can be controlled. Other places have also issued corresponding notices, clarifying the areas and time periods where fireworks are allowed during the Spring Festival. Such policy adjustments have brought a glimmer of hope to people and also reflected respect for traditional Xi customs and the taste of the year.
Although some areas have adjusted the setting off of fireworks and firecrackers, there are still some cities such as Chaoyang District and Fengtai District of Beijing that still implement the global ban policy. Policies vary from place to place, so we should respect and comply with local regulations during the Chinese New Year. Whether it's a total ban or a restriction, it's important to set off fireworks safely. For places where fireworks are not allowed, we must understand and abide by the regulations, and do not take chances. Pay special attention to safety in places where fireworks are allowed, and do not let fireworks become a tool to endanger others and yourself.
In general, the policy of banning fireworks is introduced out of consideration for the environment and people's quality of life. Although setting off fireworks is one of the traditional Xi customs, which symbolizes joy and reunion, we should also pay attention to the protection of the environment and the rights and interests of others. While protecting the environment and people's quality of life, we can also find other ways to celebrate the New Year, such as lantern performances, theatrical performances, etc., to create a strong festive atmosphere in a variety of ways.
Finally, the issue of fireworks is an issue that needs to be balanced. Different regions have different cultures and realities, so policies are different. It is everyone's obligation to respect and comply with the regulations, and it also reflects the concern for social order and public interests. Whether it is to ban or restrict the use of fireworks, we should start from ourselves and pay attention to environmental protection and safety to create a better festive atmosphere.