I have long been on the side of the farmers who want these floating fire hazards banned, but had never thought before about the possible risk to motorists.
It was very bright and orange and as I was no way expecting it so it was extremely distracting,it was only just above the car;imagines what a hazard they could be to a bike. Supposing one of these things causes another disaste rlike the M5,how would people feel then?
People think they will float way up in the sky,but this was a very cold night and the heat from the nightlight inside was obviouly not enough to give it much lift.
They are already banned in AUstralia Spain and Germany,why are they still allowed here? I'd love to know who came with the idea,Here is a bluebright for low-cost, easy use. ... As these blades spin during riding,Chinese lanterns have been hung or tied to poles for centuries,not floating around.
With the Diamond Jubilee and Olympics,the Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service are concerned there will be an increase in their use.
If you are not aware of the serious hazards already documented regarding the lanterns, they have case fires when landing in dry cropfields but by far worse have caused agonising death to cattle which have ingested the wire or bamboo which holds the paper together,it canpuncture their internal organs.
The NFU have been calling for a ban for sometime and now the Marine Conservation Society have thrown their voice into the argument.For a great range of dsttiee, visit Bike Barn, we have the lights for you!We are the innovators and engineers of some the highest quality LED lightonsale, LED Flashlights, Emma Snowden, MCS Litter Campaigns Officer,said:"The problem is that people have no idea of the damage the lanterns can do as once they've disappeared over the horizon: It's out of sight, out of mind. We have received reports of numerous false alarms for the Coastguard and RNLI after people have seen them over the sea and mistaken them for flares. We are already calling for a ban on balloon releases, but we are now extending our policy to include Chinese lanterns. Based on the fact that they contribute to the litter issue, and the dangers reported by the RNLI and the NFU, we would like to see the coalition Government take the matter seriously and follow in the footsteps of the Spanish authorities. We want the Olympic and Diamond Jubilee year to be remembered as one of great celebrations,Buy Best Bike Lights, goodskylanterns, Mountain Bike Lighting Online. not tragic accidents and a legacy of littering."
Deputy Chief Fire Officer, Martin Clark, Chairman of the Chief Fire Officers Association National Prevention Committee, commented: "We have seen the devastating effects that fires can have on the economy and the beauty of our local areas. Although Chinese lanterns can look spectacular, once airborne they cannot be controlled."
"The lanterns when lit will rise for up to 20 minutes and can ascend to over a mile high in the sky - where they will still be visible on a clear night until they disintegrate.When considering the distance that the lanterns can travel and the potential of fires starting, DSFRS considers that the risk of launching them far outweighs the benefits.Our original, revolutionary gooddvinglamp that keeps you visible.
"Research has shown that in some cases embers from the fuel cell can continue to glow for several minutes after the flames have gone out and hot glowing embers can fall from the lantern as it flies potentially landing on people or animals.
"There are particular areas of concern among farmers when they are ignited near open fields full of standing dry crops, woodland, moorland, and barns, as well as being a potential hazard for starting a fire in residential areas especially properties with thatched roofs."
Surely shops should be banned from selling them as basically they are deliberate litter.
It was very bright and orange and as I was no way expecting it so it was extremely distracting,it was only just above the car;imagines what a hazard they could be to a bike. Supposing one of these things causes another disaste rlike the M5,how would people feel then?
People think they will float way up in the sky,but this was a very cold night and the heat from the nightlight inside was obviouly not enough to give it much lift.
They are already banned in AUstralia Spain and Germany,why are they still allowed here? I'd love to know who came with the idea,Here is a bluebright for low-cost, easy use. ... As these blades spin during riding,Chinese lanterns have been hung or tied to poles for centuries,not floating around.
With the Diamond Jubilee and Olympics,the Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service are concerned there will be an increase in their use.
If you are not aware of the serious hazards already documented regarding the lanterns, they have case fires when landing in dry cropfields but by far worse have caused agonising death to cattle which have ingested the wire or bamboo which holds the paper together,it canpuncture their internal organs.
The NFU have been calling for a ban for sometime and now the Marine Conservation Society have thrown their voice into the argument.For a great range of dsttiee, visit Bike Barn, we have the lights for you!We are the innovators and engineers of some the highest quality LED lightonsale, LED Flashlights, Emma Snowden, MCS Litter Campaigns Officer,said:"The problem is that people have no idea of the damage the lanterns can do as once they've disappeared over the horizon: It's out of sight, out of mind. We have received reports of numerous false alarms for the Coastguard and RNLI after people have seen them over the sea and mistaken them for flares. We are already calling for a ban on balloon releases, but we are now extending our policy to include Chinese lanterns. Based on the fact that they contribute to the litter issue, and the dangers reported by the RNLI and the NFU, we would like to see the coalition Government take the matter seriously and follow in the footsteps of the Spanish authorities. We want the Olympic and Diamond Jubilee year to be remembered as one of great celebrations,Buy Best Bike Lights, goodskylanterns, Mountain Bike Lighting Online. not tragic accidents and a legacy of littering."
Deputy Chief Fire Officer, Martin Clark, Chairman of the Chief Fire Officers Association National Prevention Committee, commented: "We have seen the devastating effects that fires can have on the economy and the beauty of our local areas. Although Chinese lanterns can look spectacular, once airborne they cannot be controlled."
"The lanterns when lit will rise for up to 20 minutes and can ascend to over a mile high in the sky - where they will still be visible on a clear night until they disintegrate.When considering the distance that the lanterns can travel and the potential of fires starting, DSFRS considers that the risk of launching them far outweighs the benefits.Our original, revolutionary gooddvinglamp that keeps you visible.
"Research has shown that in some cases embers from the fuel cell can continue to glow for several minutes after the flames have gone out and hot glowing embers can fall from the lantern as it flies potentially landing on people or animals.
"There are particular areas of concern among farmers when they are ignited near open fields full of standing dry crops, woodland, moorland, and barns, as well as being a potential hazard for starting a fire in residential areas especially properties with thatched roofs."
Surely shops should be banned from selling them as basically they are deliberate litter.
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