Kildare garda issues reminder about fireworks ahead of Halloween 2026
The message was released on a local radio station
A member of An Garda Síochána based in County Kildare has issued a reminder about fireworks and public safety ahead of Halloween 2026.
Garda Orlaith Fahy released the message during a recent guest appearance on KFM.
She explained that the warning coincides with Halloween 2026 ‘fast approaching’, as well as with the fact that nights will become longer in the autumn and winter months.
Gda Fahy pointed to one particular incident in Celbridge which involved the reckless use of fireworks, and noted that the possession of fireworks for personal usage, in addition to possession of fireworks for the purpose of sale or supply, without an appropriate licence, is illegal, as well as the lighting of fireworks and throwing or igniting fireworks at any person or property.
She added that those caught with fireworks can face a maximum fine of €10,000 and / or up to five years imprisonment.
Gda Fahy further noted that fireworks can cause property damage, injuries and severe distress to people.
She concluded by appealing to members of the Kildare people to ‘be responsible and safe’ ahead of both the darker months and Halloween 2026.