Sparklers burn at a high temperature – as hot as 1000°C to 1600°C – more than sufficient to cause severe skin burns or ignite clothing.
Around 1,000 people visit A&E for treatment of a firework-related injury in the four weeks around Bonfire Night, with half of the injuries being suffered by under-18s. About half of firework injuries happen at family or private parties and about a quarter in the street or other public place.
To treat a burn, remove any clothing from the area (but not if it’s stuck), cool it with water for 10-30 minutes, and cover with cling film. Seek medical attention if necessary.
People who want Trick or Treaters to visit often put a pumpkin outside to show this. Respect others’ privacy, and go to places you know. Be safe and have fun this Hallowe’en!
You can be fined up to £5,000 and/or imprisoned for 3 months for buying or using fireworks illegally. You could get an on-the-spot fine of £80.
By law, category 2 fireworks (suitable for garden displays) cannot be sold to anyone under the age of 18 and under-18s are also not allowed to carry fireworks in a public place.
Electricity runs through a rail on the train track or through overhead lines. In both cases the power is strong enough to kill you instantly.
Stop when you see red lights flashing on a Level Crossing (train track) or hear the alarm ringing. Wait if the red lights keep flashing after a train has passed, another train is coming.
When swimming, among the hazards to consider are that water can be a lot colder than you are expecting so be careful if you jump in or go for a swim to cool off. Also, there may be strong currents and underwater debris that you cannot see from the bank. Before you get into the water, consider how you are going to get out again. Be honest about your swimming ability.
Three teenagers died last week swimming in unsafe places, such as weirs, quarries and strong rivers. Safer places include the beach, lidos and swimming pools.