Authorities in the Rhône department are bracing for potential unrest on Friday, October 9, following nearly two weeks of student and university protests. To prevent further disturbances, the Rhône prefecture has decided to extend existing restrictions across the entire department. These measures, already in place in recent days, target fuels and pyrotechnic devices commonly used during protests near schools. Under the new prefectural decrees, the distribution, purchase, take-away sale, and transport of fuels in portable containers are prohibited on Friday, October 9, from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. across the entire Rhône department. Exceptions can be made in cases of duly justified necessity, which may be verified by law enforcement. The restrictions also apply to entertainment fireworks in categories F2 and F3, which are typically used for public displays. Their purchase, sale, possession, transport, and use are also prohibited during the same time frame. However, exceptions are allowed for declared pyrotechnic shows and fireworks that have been previously declared or authorized by mayors. These new measures follow a particularly turbulent day in the Lyon metropolitan area on Thursday. According to the latest report from the prefecture, 31 schools and universities were affected to varying degrees by the protests. Several incidents were reported, including the firing of pyrotechnic mortars within the grounds of the Édouard-Herriot high school in the 6th arrondissement of Lyon. Other affected areas included Rillieux-la-Pape and Caluire-et-Cuire. In Bron, a demonstration brought together approximately 3,000 people, and by late morning, seven arrests had been recorded in the department. In this tense environment, internal security forces remain highly mobilized on Friday and are prepared to intervene if new disturbances occur. The authorities are closely monitoring the situation and are taking proactive steps to ensure public safety while managing the ongoing protests.