Illegal fireworks: customs warns of dangerous risks!

Illegal fireworks: customs warns of dangerous risks!

Laimgrubengasse 10, 1060 Wien, Österreich - The countdown runs at the turn of the year, but the Austria customs office sounds an alarm! Already this year, impressive 3,662 illegal fireworks were secured in 33 missions until December 9, 2024. These fireworks, some of which were without any labeling, can have significant injury risks. Finance Minister Gunter Mayr warned urgently: "Illegal pyrotechnics harbors massive dangers to health and security. Do not do it and protect yourself and your fellow human beings." An urgent appeal, especially in this festive time in which many look forward to the fireworks at the turn of the year.

dangerous categories under fire

The findings do not leave any room for doubt: Especially the category F4, whose fireworks are only allowed by expert persons, was represented in 33 packs with 233 pieces. F3 products that are completely prohibited for private use were also confiscated in 18 packs and 1,470 pieces. These findings illustrate the strict regulations that apply in Austria to the possession and the import of fireworks, because illegal products represent a high risk, as the officer of the customs office, Heike Fetka-Blüthner, explained. If these regulations are violated, fines can face up to 10,000 euros and even imprisonment of up to six weeks, even if nobody has been injured.

A look at Germany illustrates the strict legal regulations in dealing with fireworks. According to my-feuerwerk.de , the products are subject to strict security standards and must be provided with CE marking to ensure that they meet the national regulations. This labeling enables simple identification and protects consumers from inferior and potentially dangerous pyrotechnics. It is essential to adhere to the legally defined usage regulations to ensure the security of everyone.

The customs office continuously carries out controls and uses mobile focus on the use to prevent illegal trade. The goal remains clear: security on New Year's Eve! Mayr's admonition could not be more urgent, because fireworks should bring joy, not driven.