Curryman
Well-known member
Where Blackpool fans lead, others follow. NAPM, Boycotts, peaceful protests, etc, and I know very well the replies I will receive to this post, even before I actually post it, and so be it, but it needs saying again. Blackpool fans should lead the way in banning all kinds of flares, smoke bombs, and fireworks from our ground and its precincts.
No one wishes to encourage an atmosphere of “sit and be quiet” within stadiums, including me. With that said, however, the game now caters to an audience of women and children, as well as the usual male football supporter, and the risks of injury in a closely populated area very serious. Dangerous behaviour, including handling these extremely hot (and illegal) devices is something that needs to be stamped out. Ignore those who maintain they are just a bit of fun, they are at best uncomfortable for those around the area, obliterate the viewing of the match for some, can cause breathing problems for those with Asthma, etc, and, depending on type can burn at up to 1600 degrees, which will not only light clothing but also plastic seats and some metals.
Not only is there a risk of burning people from using a pyro, or causing inhalation problems from smoke bombs; but causing harm is also a negligent action. From a legal standpoint, being caught using a pyro device and causing physical harm is both an illegal offence and runs the risk of an injury claim against the offender.
As we have all now seen they are not a toy, they are not fun for those injured by them, they do cause harm, injuries caused by flares are not to be taken lightly, as just small touches from a lit flare can cause extensive burning and scarring and as we now all know handling them can cause horrific life-changing injuries.
Following on from the tragic incident outside the ground on Sunday 9th May, Blackpool fans should, once again, take the lead and stop anyone from using them, before someone, maybe a child, is even more seriously injured or worse.
I end by pleading with you all to inform the Police if you know who it was who threw the bomb into the crowd outside the ground on Sunday and caused horrendous injuries to one of our own. you owe it to 'Speedy' and his family.
No one wishes to encourage an atmosphere of “sit and be quiet” within stadiums, including me. With that said, however, the game now caters to an audience of women and children, as well as the usual male football supporter, and the risks of injury in a closely populated area very serious. Dangerous behaviour, including handling these extremely hot (and illegal) devices is something that needs to be stamped out. Ignore those who maintain they are just a bit of fun, they are at best uncomfortable for those around the area, obliterate the viewing of the match for some, can cause breathing problems for those with Asthma, etc, and, depending on type can burn at up to 1600 degrees, which will not only light clothing but also plastic seats and some metals.
Not only is there a risk of burning people from using a pyro, or causing inhalation problems from smoke bombs; but causing harm is also a negligent action. From a legal standpoint, being caught using a pyro device and causing physical harm is both an illegal offence and runs the risk of an injury claim against the offender.
As we have all now seen they are not a toy, they are not fun for those injured by them, they do cause harm, injuries caused by flares are not to be taken lightly, as just small touches from a lit flare can cause extensive burning and scarring and as we now all know handling them can cause horrific life-changing injuries.
Following on from the tragic incident outside the ground on Sunday 9th May, Blackpool fans should, once again, take the lead and stop anyone from using them, before someone, maybe a child, is even more seriously injured or worse.
I end by pleading with you all to inform the Police if you know who it was who threw the bomb into the crowd outside the ground on Sunday and caused horrendous injuries to one of our own. you owe it to 'Speedy' and his family.