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Do's
1. Buy Fireworks from the licensed shop
2. Keep fireworks in a closed box
3. Store crackers away from source of fire or ignition
4. Follow all safety precautions issued with the fire works
5. Go to open spaces like playgrounds, fields
6. Light them at arms length using a taper
7. Stand back while lighting the crackers
8. Discard used fireworks in a bucket of water
9. Keep buckets of water and blankets ready, incase a firebreaks out
10. Wear thick cotton clothes for maximum safety from fire
11. If clothes catch fire, Stop, Drop and Roll

In case of...
Uncontrolled fire: Wrap the victims in a blanket, till it stops.
Burns: Splash tap water (not ice water), the process may be repeated till the burning sensation reduces
If fingers or toes are burned, separate them with dry, sterile, non-adhesive dressings

Make sure the burned victim is breathing, if breathing has stopped or if the victim’s airway is blocked then open the airway and if necessary begin rescue
breathing

Elevate the burned area and protect it from pressure and friction
Cover the area of the burn with moist sterile bandage, of clean cloth (do not use blanket or towel for healing burns)
Consult the doctor as soon as possible for proper medication, consult an ophthalmologist immediately in case of eye injuries
Do contact at the fire brigade (Tel. No. 101), for getting the details of the doctors on duty during the festival.

 
 
 
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