The two fireworks displays that were supposed to take place in Tilburg at midnight were also cancelled. Previously, the seven o’clock shows were cancelled. The reason is the strong gusts of wind that make it too dangerous to light fireworks. New Year’s Eve shows were planned in two places in the city: at Piushaven and at Reeshofpark.
The wind could cause rockets fired during the show to end up in the audience, which the municipality considers irresponsible. It is not legally permitted to organize fireworks displays in this wind.
It is the fourth time that the fireworks displays in Tilburg have been cancelled. This year there will also be an exhibition during the Tilburg Fair. There too he threw a spanner in the works. Last year it was also like this on New Year’s Eve and the year before, in 2021, there were no shows due to the coronavirus.
The New Year’s fireworks displays are to be understood as alternative, since in the Municipality private individuals cannot shoot off fireworks. This ban also applies to Eindhoven.
Good news
The good news is that there will be a rematch on Monday at 7pm. Then the fireworks display will almost certainly take place. According to a spokesperson for the municipality, the weather forecast is such that it can already be said that fireworks can be lit.
Mayor Weterings: “Unfortunately it’s no different. The weather forecast says it’s not possible. Luckily there is still a chance to enjoy two shows on January 1st. We hope to welcome as many Tilburg residents as possible here and toast the New Year together.”
Eindhoven
The municipality of Eindhoven, together with the organization of the New Year’s festival EHV, monitors the weather forecast 24/7 every hour and sees no reason to cancel the fireworks display for now, a spokesperson said. Furthermore, a large part of the program consists of a light show and artists will perform. So, even if the weather doesn’t allow fireworks, there are still many reasons to come to the square.
If the fireworks display is cancelled, this will be communicated via social media, a spokesperson said. “But we don’t take it for granted.”
The Efteling
Efteling also sees no reason not to cancel tonight’s show on Sunday afternoon: “We are keeping an eye on the weather and are in close contact with the weather stations, but for now it looks like we can continue the show safely.” “
2023-12-31 19:22:47
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