Tonight, families across Yorkshire will be celebrating and coming together for Bonfire Night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In preparation for this, South Yorkshire Police have issued a safety warning to the public, asking people to play their part in reducing unnecessary emergency calls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Superintendent Charlotte Bloxham, who is leading the force\u2019s efforts during the darker nights period, said: \u201cBonfire Night should be enjoyable for everyone, but safety must come first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe\u2019re all in this together, and we ask our communities to be respectful, be careful, and help us keep South Yorkshire safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe have a zero-tolerance approach to anyone who poses a threat to life, property, or public safety\u2014including our officers.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The statement mentioned how tonight brings a significant increase in emergency calls and incidents, whilst police will be patrolling neighbourhoods, control room staff prepare for a surge in demand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
They reminded people that It is illegal to let off fireworks in a public place and could seriously hurt passers by. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
To prepare safely, South Yorkshire Police provided tips to avoid any incidents happening, these include; avoiding garden bonfires, using fireworks responsibly by buying genuine products, know the law and secure your property. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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