205 fireworks in Vienna ensured: police act determined

205 fireworks in Vienna ensured: police act determined

On Wednesday evening, November 20, 2024, the police in the Floridsdorf district of Vienna carried out a focus control on illegal import and trade in pyrotechnics. In the late evening hours, around 10.30 p.m., a 20-year-old man was checked in a train between the Floridsdorf and Praterstern stations. When checking his bag, the officials came across a lot of 205 pyrotechnic objects that belong to the F4 category, which includes large fireworks. In addition, the police found a grade cord and a whipping ring that is considered a forbidden weapon.

All confiscated articles were ensured by the emergency services. The aggressive procedure of the police is considered a crucial step to ensure security in Vienna. The controller points out that the man in question must now expect both administrative and criminal consequences based on the possession of illegal pyrotechnics and the forbidden weapon. The Vienna police reported: "Thanks to the committed and professional intervention of all emergency services, it has been possible to make a significant contribution to security in Vienna again."

warning of danger and abuse

The Viennese police urgently warns of using the non -approved fireworks and appeals to the citizens to deal responsibly with pyrotechnics. It indicates that most accidents in this area arise from carelessness, carelessness and improper use of fireworks. Particular attention is paid to the forbidden handling of pyrotechnics, which is imported from other countries without the necessary quality and approval criteria.

• Due to the frequent dangerous incidents caused by pyrotechnics, not only criminal consequences in violations of the Pyrotechnic Act, but also high fines can threaten.
• The proper behavior regarding pyrotechnics can prevent many dangerous situations and contribute to the security of the public.
• It is of the utmost importance to find out about the legal provisions and safety precautions in dealing with fireworks and to respect them.

The securing of 205 pyrotechnic objects is not only seen as a success of the Viennese police, but also as a measure that may have prevented more serious incidents in the city. Controlled and safe handling of pyrotechnics remains an important concern of the security authorities.