Beijing Reports Fewer Injuries From Fireworks
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2018-02-16 HKT 16:19
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Beijing reported fewer injuries and fires caused by fireworks on Lunar New Year's Eve due to a strict ban of fireworks in central areas.
The city reported 7 injuries and 12 fires caused by fireworks on Thursday night, around half of last year's figures.
About 820,000 workers ensured the ban was fully implemented within the city's fifth ring road, according to the fireworks office of the municipal government. Beijing also used 32,000 policemen and helicopters.
The fireworks ban also helped reduce air pollution. (Xinhua)
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