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July 14 is under surveillance. Until Saturday, it is forbidden to sell and transport firework mortars. The government fears violence as the national holiday approaches.
This summer, the fireworks may well not join the party. “It’s the period of birthdays, weddings, often there are fireworks that are made. But currently, we cannot sell them”, says Patricia Masero, manager of a party supplies store. The cause is a decree published last Saturday by the Prime Minister which stipulates “the prohibition of the sale, wearing and transport of pyrotechnic devices” until July 15 for individuals.
Professionals are allowed to use it
Roman candles are in the sights of the government. They were thrown against the police during the riots. Ardi, the industry leader, does not understand the decision. “The decree prohibits all pyrotechnic articles, even the most innocuous products such as dry pets”, specifies Rodolphe Gruaz, president of Ardi. According to him, the decree has the effect of a wet firecracker. Authorized professionals will still be able to launch fireworks.