Firefighters across Surrey and Sussex are preparing for a spate of home fireworks displays this year.

With many public events cancelled, more residents are expected to host Bonfire Night events at their own home.

West Sussex Fire and Rescue (WSFR) chiefs have reminded residents to be responsible with their events by only using official fireworks and finishing before 11pm.

WSFR Head of Prevention Nicki Peddle said:
“Whilst most people enjoy fireworks responsibly, in the wrong hands they can cause real misery. Remember that fireworks are explosives, and as such should be treated with respect and only used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and the Firework Code.”

The Firework Code:

Plan your firework display to make it safe and enjoyable, and ensure it finishes before 11pm

Only buy fireworks which carry the CE mark, keep them in a closed box and use them one at a time

Read and follow the instructions on each firework using a torch if necessary

Light the firework at arm’s length with a taper and stand well back

Keep naked flames, including cigarettes, away from fireworks

Never return to a firework once it has been lit

Don’t put fireworks in pockets and never throw them

Direct any rocket fireworks well away from spectators

Never use paraffin or petrol on a bonfire

Make sure that the fire is out and surroundings are made safe before leaving.

 
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