On 11 November, Warsaw’s Independence March was disrupted when participants defied a provincial ban on pyrotechnics, prompting city officials to promise police will take action.
Prohibition on Pyrotechnics
The Mazowieckie voivode issued an order banning the use of fireworks during the Independence March. The ban was meant to prevent fireworks, gunpowder, and other pyrotechnic materials from being used on the route.
Defiance on the Streets
Despite the prohibition, many marchers ignited flares, sparklers, and gunpowder sticks, creating a dangerous display of pyrotechnics. The authorities noted that a large portion of participants ignored the ban.
Police to Act
City officials said the police would investigate the illegal use of fireworks and hold responsible those who violated the court’s decree. This follows earlier incidents of pyrotechnic misuse.
Anti‑Fascist March Incident
During the anti‑fascist march, a flares bundle was hurled through a fence onto the U.S. consulate’s grounds, adding a second pyrotechnic incident to the day’s turmoil.
Mentzen’s Flaring Arrest
Confederation leader Sławomir Mentzen was photographed on X holding a burning sparkler, linking a well‑known politician to the pyrotechnic violations.
