A consumer firework ignited a throw pillow in seconds Wednesday as thick black smoke quickly filled the air, illustrating the dangers city officials hope residents will remember before Fourth of July celebrations begin.
The demonstration, held at the Berks County Fire Training Center, brought together Mayor Eddie Morán, Fire Marshal Jeremy Searfoss and members of the Reading Police Department Bomb Squad to remind the public that fireworks are prohibited within the City of Reading and to encourage residents to attend professional displays instead.
The demonstration, held at the Berks County Fire Training Center, brought together Mayor Eddie Morán, Fire Marshal Jeremy Searfoss and members of the Reading Police Department Bomb Squad to remind the public that fireworks are prohibited within the City of Reading and to encourage residents to attend professional displays instead.