Latest News About Ottawa authorities report stray fireworks detonations

Locals around the capital detected deafening explosions late Thursday night.

The blasts came from unused Canada Day fireworks.

Leftover fireworks from July 1 detonated by Lemieux Island.

Police and councillors confirmed the incident.

A follow‑up blast occurred at Bluesfest’s kick‑off night.

Unexploded shells detonated there too.

No one was injured and no damage to property was reported.