Thread by @StillDelvingH

So I just stepped on that -"Sky lanterns for the NHS" campaign
(WTF?)

https://twitter.com/LancashireCC/status/1250486546358296578

So first thing: Due to the expressed "concerns and sentiments" this is no longer a fundraising campaign in support of the NHS.
It's still inviting people to use sky lights -but for a different fundraising campaign!
(As apparently, they seem to think that was the problem? 🤔)

Please note if you don't bother to scroll down, it may not that be obvious the campaign is no longer a "support the UK NHS" campaign

Oh, wait -actually, if you scroll down past the part where this is no longer a campaign for the NHS, it's equally confusing
Calling you to take "responsible actions"

OK, let's act responsible.
Guidance:
Do not launch:
-if there's wind
-next any area that can burn like a field
-next to the sea, an airport, buildings or trees
Do not left it unattended at any time.
Basically unless you can lit it in the sky and fly alongside it -do not launch

(Also while you lit the sky lanterns in the sky, do not forget to put on non-flammable clothing)
And remember you -and only you- are liable for any damage.
You were told when not to use this.

(Also if you bought sky lanterns on Amazon, Ebay &co, you might want to call you local council to ask how to safely dispose of them)
(Pass it on to people with sky lanterns unaware of that)
(Personally that is the first thing I would have put on the website but hey, it's just me)