Happy Bonfire Night from The Partially Sighted Society!
While Bonfire Night is a time for joy and celebration, it's essential to remember the serious risks associated with fireworks. Every year, approximately 300 people experience eye injuries due to fireworks, and tragically, 10 of these people may lose their vision permanently.
To ensure a safe and enjoyable evening, remember the simple acronym SPARKLER for firework safety:
• Shield your eyes with protective eyewear when lighting fireworks
• Plunge sparklers into a bucket of cold water as soon as they have burnt out
• Attend properly organised displays wherever possible
• Read the instructions on the fireworks with a torch and follow them carefully
• Keep all fireworks in a closed metal box and only light one at a time
• Leave fireworks that fail to go off – never return to a lit firework
• Ensure everyone stands a safe distance away when the fireworks fired
• Remove all debris and flammable objects from your firework display area
Let's work together to make this Bonfire Night a safe and memorable one for everyone.