While Diwali brings joy and merits big celebrations, burn injuries are commonly seen during the festival. Hence, it's crucial to stay safe while burning crackers.
Keep a bucket of water, a hose and a first-aid kit handy before you start bursting crackers. Use a long taper, wear eyeglasses and pick closed footwear.
Go to a large open area to light fireworks. Don’t reignite the crackers. Immerse both the used crackers and those that didn’t burst in water before disposing them.
Wear cotton clothes instead of nylon and linen, as they can easily catch fire. Buy good-quality crackers and don’t use leftovers from the previous year.
Stand away from the crackers, as sparks from them can easily enter the eyes, nose and ears, causing an injury in case of a sudden burst.
For burn injuries on the hands or feet, run it under tap water to cool the area and wash off the chemicals.
If the injury is in the eyes, don’t splash water. Don’t rub them or apply anything. Cover the eyes with a clean cloth and rush to the hospital.