PEOPLE are being urged to show "respect" on Bonfire Night as many prepare to celebrate in their gardens with the cancellation of organised firework displays due to coronavirus.

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service says it is preparing for a busier night than usual as people organise displays at home. It is asking everyone to show "respect this Bonfire Night. Whilst most people enjoy fireworks responsibly, in the wrong hands they can cause real misery".

Station Manager Tony Peel from North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said: “Bonfire night is usually a quiet night for us in North Yorkshire and we’d love it to be the same this year.

"Please follow our safety tips if you are planning a display at home and help reduce the pressure not only on the fire service, but also on our colleagues in the ambulance service and police.

“Some people and animals are scared by firework noise so if you’re planning to let off fireworks please tell your neighbours, and avoid buying really noisy ones.”

You must be over 18 to purchase fireworks and that it is illegal to set off or throw fireworks (including sparklers) in the street or other public places. You can be fined up to £5,000 and imprisoned for up to six months for selling or using fireworks illegally. You could also get an on-the-spot fine of £90.