Sooss appeals: New Year's Eve without noise for humans and animals!

Sooss appeals: New Year's Eve without noise for humans and animals!

Sooß, Österreich - The municipality of Sooss has decided to do without fireworks on New Year's Eve, a step that is greeted by the residents. The local administration has repeatedly drawn attention to the dangers of noise development, which are particularly problematic for children, older people and pets. The initiative aims to minimize the use of fireworks and to promote a more environmentally friendly alternative to the traditional New Year's Eve. Representatives of the community such as Vzbgm. Christian Stuefer for celebrating with music and local drinks to ensure peace and security. It should also be noted that the burning of fireworks in the built-up area is legally prohibited and yet many do not maintain it, such as "https://www.meinbezirk.at/baden/c-lokales/soss-zicht-auf-euerwerk-die-berboten-kerboten-ist_a704413"> meinbezirk.at reported.

fuel prices in the upward trend

While the community of Sooßer is trying to peaceful New Year's Eve, fuel prices rise across Austria. In November 2024, the diesel price rose to an average of 1.536 euros per liter, which means an increase of 2.3 cents compared to the previous month. Interestingly, Diesel was more expensive than super gasoline in October. The current price situation is critically observed by consumers because the prices at the petrol stations can fluctuate strongly. Particularly noteworthy is the fact that it is worth comparing prices, since you can save up to 33 euros for a 50-liter filling at cheaper petrol stations, as oeAmtc.at reports.

The combination of the efforts to make a quiet New Year and the increasing fuel prices could therefore also initiate a broader discussion about responsibility in consumption and local festive traditions. While the municipality is going innovative ways to make the holidays calmer, the question remains how the increasing living costs will affect any New Year's celebrations.