Diwali, the festival of lights, is that time of the year when homes, offices and communities are filled with joy and happiness. This festival of lights, rangoli, sparklers, delicious food and family bonding is also a time when the safety of your family members and your home can be a matter of concern. You should ensure that everyone enjoys the festival wholeheartedly and safely.
It is important to take these precautions
Safety doesn’t just mean being careful around lamps and firecrackers. It also includes many other things like keeping homes safe from theft, ensuring the comfort of our elders, protecting children from burns and protecting pets from the loud noise caused by bursting crackers. This also includes keeping the environment and roads litter-free and less polluted. While celebrating Diwali, these safety measures are very important for you and your family during the festival.
Lamps/Diyas
Diwali is the time when our homes sparkle with the glow of beautiful earthen lamps. While they bring light to our lives, lamps can also become the cause of fire. Therefore, make sure that you and your family stay safe from fire related accidents.
firecrackers
Crackers are a big part of Diwali, especially when you have teenagers and children in the family. However, if firecrackers are not handled properly, accidents can occur.
Disposal and garbage
Dispose of burnt firecrackers safely. Half burnt firecrackers can become a potential danger. If they are not disposed of properly, they can also be harmful to the environment. Pile up used sparklers, fountains, chakris and phuljharis and put them in a bucket of water before throwing them away. Clean up the debris left over from burnt crackers and dispose of them in an eco-friendly manner.
noise and smoke pollution
The noise level during Diwali can be deafening. Even if you are not bursting noisy crackers, people in your neighborhood might be doing so. The elderly, children and infants may find this noise unbearable. In such a situation, limit the use of firecrackers keeping in mind the needs of the elderly, children and pets.
Clothes
Who doesn’t like to dress up on an occasion like Diwali? Parents dress their children according to the latest trends. However, it is important for you to dress sensibly while bursting crackers. Avoid wearing clothes made of synthetic fabrics, as they can easily catch fire.
food security
Diwali is the time for delicious food. Buy sweets and other special items from reputed shops and stores that take care of maintaining quality. Avoid street food as much as possible. Always keep food items covered.
environmental protection
Celebrating Diwali always has an adverse effect on our environment. The smoke released by burning firecrackers causes air pollution and can pose a threat to the health of humans and animals. Keep the decibel level under control while bursting crackers. Try to select crackers that do not create too much sound or noise.