KeystoneRegional Posted July 5, 2012 Share #1 Posted July 5, 2012 NBC San Diego - " Thousands of people who camped out to watch the Big Bay Boom in San Diego's Glorietta Bay Wednesday night got more of a Big Bay Bust. Port District authorities said a "technical difficulty" resulted in all the fireworks going off within 15 seconds. "We sincerely apologize for the technical glitch that affected the #BigBayBoom. Event producers are currently investigating the cause," read a Tweetfrom the Port of San Diego. The Port hires the company Garden State Fireworks to operate the fireworks show. A spokesperson with the company confirmed that there was a technical issue in the show, but officials are still trying to determine what happened. On the Big Bay Boom website, organizers wrote that "a signal was sent to the barges that would set the timing for the rest of the show after the introduction. The Garden State Fireworks team will be working throughout the night to determine what technical problem caused the entire show to be launched in about 15 seconds." At about 8:55 p.m. Wednesday -- 5 minutes before the show was supposed to start -- a sudden burst of fireworks shot into the air in the bay. Throughout downtown San Diego, a large rumble could be felt just before 9 p.m. on Wednesday night. It appeared that hundreds of fireworks were set off at the same time. The explosions lasted a few seconds. Watch RAW video of the Big Bay Boom here. At about 9:20 p.m., people waiting for the display were told to return home. The fireworks show was canceled, a radio announcement said. No injuries were reported. Check back for more information on this developing story." Source: Fireworks Shot Off Early in Bay | NBC San Diego Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JubaionBx12+SBS Posted July 5, 2012 Share #2 Posted July 5, 2012 This right here is why I don't like fireworks. What would have happened if this was on land instead of in a bay? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7LineFan Posted July 5, 2012 Share #3 Posted July 5, 2012 This right here is why I don't like fireworks. What would have happened if this was on land instead of in a bay? It's exactly why they put it in the bay, or why the Macy's show here is above the river. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grand Concourse Posted July 5, 2012 Share #4 Posted July 5, 2012 That's gotta suck for the people that waited hours in the heat for a good view. Obviously I've been spoiled with going to the theme parks, but what's the big deal about watching fireworks shows in person? I'd rather watch from at home in a more comfortable climate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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