Explosion in Indian pyrotechnics warehouse: tragedy claims many victims!

Explosion in Indian pyrotechnics warehouse: tragedy claims many victims!

In a devastating accident in India today, an explosion occurred at a pyrotechnics warehouse, the causes of which, according to initial reports, were attributed to illegal storage and manufacture of fireworks. The detonation caused a reinforced concrete slab to fall, burying many people under the rubble. The owner of the facility was arrested following the incident and police have launched an investigation to establish the exact circumstances surrounding the explosion. Police Director Akshayraj Makwana said most of the victims were laborers at the camp and were there at the time of the explosion. Given the popularity of fireworks at religious ceremonies and weddings in India, this accident highlights the often inadequate safety standards in firecracker factories Small newspaper reported.

Such tragic incidents occur again and again, which are usually due to illegal practices in the pyrotechnics industry. In many countries around the world, including Germany, the issue of illegal fireworks is a serious problem. In a recent press release, the Bavarian State Criminal Police Office warned of the dangers of illegal pyrotechnics, especially in view of the upcoming New Year's Eve. The risk of firecracker accidents often results in serious injuries and deaths, particularly because many of these illegal products do not meet required safety standards and often have unclear composition Northern Bavaria explained in detail.

The dangers of illegal fireworks

The use of illegitimate fireworks can lead to fatal consequences. In addition to the tragic accidents, which ultimately point to a negligent safety culture, the legal risks should not be neglected. In Germany, for example, handling non-CE-certified pyrotechnic products is a violation of the Explosives Act. The permitted categories of pyrotechnics vary, with the highest categories F3 and F4 only being used with special permits.

• F1: Für Personen ab 12 Jahren, umfasst Kleinstfeuerwerk wie Wunderkerzen und Knallerbsen.
• F2: Handelsübliche pyrotechnische Gegenstände für Silvester, nur für Volljährige.
• F3 und F4: Mittel- und Großfeuerwerk, nur für Personen mit entsprechenden Erlaubnissen, in Deutschland nicht erlaubt.

The recommendations when purchasing and lighting fireworks are clear: only tested and approved fireworks should be used, with a focus on coding and certification. It is also recommended that you never make fireworks yourself and only light them outdoors, with sufficient distance from people and flammable materials. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious injuries resulting from firecracker accidents.