Enhanced Security Measures for July 14 Celebrations in Vosges and Meurthe-et-Moselle
Vosges and Meurthe-et-Moselle announce strict security measures for July 14 festivities.
Key Points
- • Restrictions on fireworks in Vosges and Meurthe-et-Moselle until July 15.
- • Alcohol sales banned for takeout in Meurthe-et-Moselle during the same period.
- • Unregistered gatherings prohibited in Vosges from July 11 to July 15.
- • Measures aim to ensure public safety during national celebrations.
As France prepares for its national celebration on July 14, the prefectures of Vosges and Meurthe-et-Moselle have enacted strict security protocols to ensure public safety during the events. Starting July 11, Vosges has imposed a ban on the sale, possession, and transport of fireworks and pyrotechnic devices, which will remain in effect until July 14 at 2 PM. This aligns with similar measures in Meurthe-et-Moselle, where these restrictions commenced on July 11 at 6 PM and will last until July 15 at 8 AM. In addition to fireworks, Meurthe-et-Moselle has also prohibited the sale of alcohol for takeout and restricted the consumption of alcoholic beverages in public areas, except in designated locations.
In an effort to maintain order, the prefecture of Vosges has further banned unregistered gatherings, such as rave parties, from July 11 at 6 PM until July 15 at 8 AM. Authorities are emphasizing the importance of these measures in creating a safe environment for the festivities as crowds gather to celebrate the French holiday.