EDGARTOWN, Mass. — A Maine fireworks company is facing legal trouble after more than two dozen highly hazardous, commercial-grade fireworks shells were found washed up near Martha’s Vineyard.
The Massachusetts State Police Bomb Squad responded to Chappaquiddick Island Wednesday afternoon after 25 unexploded shells were reported to have washed up on the beach.
State Fire Marshal Peter J. Ostroskey said that an ongoing investigation suggests the shells were improperly disposed of following a 4th of July fireworks show conducted by Central Maine Pyrotechnics.
Ostroskey’s office announced on Thursday, an immediate threat suspensions to Central Maine Pyrotechnics and the individual who conducted the display, prohibiting them from conducting fireworks displays pending a hearing on July 26.
All of the known shells have been safely cleared from the beach and disposed of, but there is a possibility that more may wash up, said officials.
Edgartown Public Safety officials are asking members of the public to call 911 immediately if they encounter these unexploded fireworks shells.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.
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