Annual light show at Merriweather Post Pavilion raises concerns over safety after NYE mishap

COLUMBIA — A number of Howard County families are questioning the safety protocols of an annual New Year’s Eve event at the Merriweather Post Pavilion.

The Merriweather Symphony of Lights had a fireworks show Tuesday in the middle of stormy weather. But, weather wasn’t the only concern, after some people got hit by firework shell casings.

Watching fireworks on New Year’s Eve is a tradition many families follow year after year. This year, the Merriweather Symphony of Lights had its fireworks show scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday…

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