A Chiang Mai boy plays with a sparkler as he celebrates the Loy Krathong festival. (Bangkok Post file photo by Phrakrit Juntawong)The Interior Ministry has said that anyone caught using fireworks, firecrackers or other prohibited items during Loy Krathong faces up to three years in prison and a 60,000-baht fine. These rules will be overseen by district chiefs for requests to use fireworks or sky lanterns during the festival, which falls on Friday. He said authorities must keep an eye on manufacturers and suppliers of fireworks during the festival to ensure their compliance with the law. Appeals have also been made for people to consider using biodegradable materials for their krathong after the litter issues of previous years.

Source: Bangkok Post October 31, 2017 21:45 UTC