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Bauma residents vote to ban all private fireworks by 2026

A narrow but decisive vote just changed New Year’s Eve forever in Bauma. Will other towns follow this bold move against private fireworks?

In this image there are buildings and we can see lights. In the background there are fireworks and...
In this image there are buildings and we can see lights. In the background there are fireworks and smoke. There is sky.

Bauma residents vote to ban all private fireworks by 2026

Residents in Bauma have voted to ban private fireworks across the entire municipality. The decision was made in a local ballot held at the end of November 2025. Officials confirmed the result will take effect from January 2026.

The vote took place on November 30, 2025, with a turnout of 52.89%. Of those who participated, 1,025 supported the ban, while 791 opposed it. The measure will apply to all private fireworks within Bauma’s boundaries.

The prohibition will cover all private fireworks starting in early 2026. Authorised public events will remain unaffected, provided they meet local regulations. The council’s announcement confirms the enforcement timeline after the appeal period ends.

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