Fireworks are prohibited on Vancouver Public Schools’ ground and parking lots because of the increased fire risk this summer.
“Based on concerns about the unusually hot and dry conditions, we are taking added precautions to help ensure safety at all of our school sites,” said Todd Horenstein, assistant superintendent for facility support services.
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