City provides tips to keep your Canada Day celebrations healthy and safe

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Ottawa - The City of Ottawa wants to help you make your Canada Day celebrations memorable – for all the right reasons.


The following tips are courtesy of Ottawa Paramedic Service, Ottawa Public Health, Ottawa Fire Services, By-law and Regulatory Services and Security and Emergency Management:


Fireworks


  • Purchase fireworks from a reputable retailer and follow the label directions.
  • Fireworks must be discharged on private property, and by someone 18 years or older.
  • Fireworks must not cause danger to or nuisance any person and other property.
  • If you are heading downtown to see the fireworks, keep within designated areas only. Fences protect you from danger; do not climb over them to get a better view of the fireworks.
  • Fireworks often frighten pets. Leave them in the safety and comfort of home.
  • Fireworks safety tips


More regulations and requirements are listed on the Fireworks By-law on ottawa.ca.


General safety


  • Check the weather forecast and prepare accordingly – including planning ahead where you will seek shelter in adverse weather.
  • Know the signs and symptoms of heat illness and take action immediately.
  • Drink plenty of water and keep hydrated when active or outdoors.
  • Be Sun Smart - wear sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and light and loose clothing.
  • Do not bring glass containers downtown as they may accidently break and cause serious injuries to you or someone else.
  • Wear properly fitted and comfortable footwear.
  • If you take medication, bring it with you and include a current list of prescribed medications.
  • Keep a close eye on children and teach them to stay where they are if they get separated from you.
  • Know where the nearest lost-child tent is located.
  • If you are celebrating Canada Day at home, avoid disturbing your neighbours by keeping the music down after 11 p.m.
  • BBQ tips
  • Campfires/Outdoor Fireplaces



Alcohol

If consuming alcohol, drink responsibly, stay in control and never drink and drive. You can reduce your risk of injury by following Canada’s Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines


For more information and tips, visit ottawa/ca or call 3-1-1.

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