Saint Sylvester fireworks
Taken at midnight from my house
BEWARE !
Fireworks are devices of ancient Chinese origin containing combustible chemicals that cause explosive or spectacular effects. They are commonly used in many countries to celebrate festive occasions related to tradition, religion, or culture. Examples include Independence Day in the United States, Guy Fawkes' night in Australia, Britain and New Zealand, Deewali in India, New Year in China and Italy, Prophet's birthday in Libya, and Hari Raya festival in Malaysia.
Although one gets pleasure from fireworks, they can often cause injuries to active users and bystanders. Such injuries are common worldwide and have been well documented. The injuries can be serious and even life threatening. In most cases, they occur as a result of misuse and could be prevented with reasonable care.
Fireworks can burn down houses, damage entertainment venues such as nightclubs, frighten children and adults, cause bushfires, and terrify pets and wildlife.
When frightened by fireworks, horses and dogs have been known to injure themselves and others by running away, potentially causing accidents and damage to property.
Noise from fireworks can cause distress, especially as fireworks can sound like gunfire.
Saint Sylvester fireworks
Taken at midnight from my house
BEWARE !
Fireworks are devices of ancient Chinese origin containing combustible chemicals that cause explosive or spectacular effects. They are commonly used in many countries to celebrate festive occasions related to tradition, religion, or culture. Examples include Independence Day in the United States, Guy Fawkes' night in Australia, Britain and New Zealand, Deewali in India, New Year in China and Italy, Prophet's birthday in Libya, and Hari Raya festival in Malaysia.
Although one gets pleasure from fireworks, they can often cause injuries to active users and bystanders. Such injuries are common worldwide and have been well documented. The injuries can be serious and even life threatening. In most cases, they occur as a result of misuse and could be prevented with reasonable care.
Fireworks can burn down houses, damage entertainment venues such as nightclubs, frighten children and adults, cause bushfires, and terrify pets and wildlife.
When frightened by fireworks, horses and dogs have been known to injure themselves and others by running away, potentially causing accidents and damage to property.
Noise from fireworks can cause distress, especially as fireworks can sound like gunfire.