Important safety information has been distributed to all local schools and firework retailers by Jersey's Fire & Rescue Service.

Key messages focus on sparkler safety because of the intense heat they create when lit.  In fact, three sparklers burning together generate the same amount of heat as a blowtorch!

Sparklers are not toys, but fireworks on sticks and should be treated with care.   

• They should never be given to children aged under five. 
• Always supervise children using sparklers making sure they do not wave them near others
• Hold a sparkler only when wearing  gloves and at arms length
• Used sparklers can still burn so put them in water or ground when finished with.

For more information click on our fireworks page
or link to direct.gov.uk/fireworks