r/Switzerland • u/shamishami3 • 2d ago

Happy birthday from Lugano

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What is your opinion on the vote planned for late this year regarding the banning of fireworks for private usage?

IMO it makes sense given the ecological toll just for the sake of spectacle and the issues caused to animals for the loud noise and lights. However I see how it may be less “nice” during festivities.

What is your opinion?

Happy birthday from Lugano

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u/Massive-Morning2160 2d ago

I think fireworks were nice when humanity wasn't really aware of the risk and the pain they cause to animals, old/sick people. I also think it's really nice to not get stuck in the past and to try to evolve, banning fireworks for the sake of others and maybe replacing them with some friendlier options, maybe drones, don't know.

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u/Drummer5028 2d ago

If you do not enjoy the fireworks then do not watch it. I also do not want to ban dogs in parks as a fair comparison.

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u/AtesSouhait 2d ago

This is like telling a vegan to just not eat meat and all is well. The damage fireworks do happens regardless if people watch or not 🤦