Calls for fewer fireworks

For the sake of a cleaner environment and atmosphere, people should not set off fireworks during the forthcoming Spring Festival holiday, especially in densely populated cities, says a People's Daily article.

As Spring Festival approaches, there have been fierce debates about whether people should set off fireworks.

Fireworks vendors have expressed their hopes that plenty of fireworks will be sold. However, there are also some, especially urban residents, who hope fewer fireworks will be set off, because of the air pollution they cause. They have expressed their hopes that they will be able to enjoy cleaner air and a quieter environment during the annual Chinese New Year holiday.