We advise against holding your own firework display at home, as they can result in accidents that can cause injuries. Attending an organised display is much safer.
Remember, remember... If you are not attending an organised display, please take into account the safety advice below:
- Only buy fireworks with a CE mark.
- Don't drink alcohol if setting off fireworks.
- Keep fireworks in a closed box.
- Follow the instructions on each firework.
- Light at arm's length, using a taper.
- Stand well back.
- Never go near a firework that has been lit. Even if it hasn't gone off, it could still explode.
- Ensure you soak used fireworks and sparklers for 24 hours before binning them
- Never put fireworks in your pocket or throw them.
- Always supervise children around fireworks.
- Light sparklers one at a time and wear gloves
- Never give sparklers to a child under five. Sparklers get five times hotter than cooking oil.
- Keep pets indoors.
It is an offence for under-18s to buy fireworks or be in possession of fireworks in a public place.
To report misuse of fireworks, call Devon & Cornwall Police on 101. Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Read more about the Safe Use of Fireworks.
