The fireworks will be viewed from people’s vehicles, and everyone will have to adhere to current state guidelines around public gatherings to minimize potential transmission. Andrew Cuomo described the cacophony of illegal fireworks going off each night in New York City this way: "It sounds like the Wild West.".
According to Canandaigua City Manager John Goodwin, there will be no public firework displays. The box quickly burst into flames, causing a fire inside the vehicle. Winners will be eligible for several awards once judging ends July 15. The Rochester Police Department responded to the area of Radio Street and Clinton Avenue around 11:30 p.m. for a report that a man was injured from fireworks.
The man was transported to a local hospital with what appears to be non-life-threatening injuries. Victor Town Supervisor Jack Marren, also chairman of the Ontario County Board of Supervisors, said he hadn’t heard of any public fireworks displays, and hoped people would use caution this year in celebrating the holiday. Created: July 06, 2020 10:42 AM CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (WHEC) — A woman is facing multiple charges after police say she ignited a box of fireworks in a car and swung a knife at a sergeant in Canandaigua. Officers say they quickly provided aid by applying a tourniquet. The City of Canandaigua has encouraged businesses and homes to decorate for the Fourth of July, “to celebrate our patriotism and unsung heroes,” Goodwin said. Original content available for non-commercial use under a Creative Commons license, except where noted. "People are anxious to get out and do something," William Weimer, vice president of Phantom Fireworks, told USA TODAY. Comments on the two posts about the event were largely supportive, with people eager to show they could celebrate while also staying safe. • Ones limited in sizes that range from 1 to 500 grams of pyrotechnic composition. Additional reporting by Joseph Spector, New York State Team, USA TODAY NETWORK. "It's also an opportunity for us to celebrate our country as our country's in crisis and have a moment of something positive and something respectful.".
There are a number of reasons why the use of fireworks in these uncertain times are on the rise. Goodwin said he was not aware of any independent fireworks displaysand had not received any reports of individuals using fireworks. The vehicle sustained heavy damage, and the fire department responded to put the fire out. "It is a message to the nation of the strength of New York City," Mayor Bill de Blasio said.