People drink alcohol at 90% of fireworks parties in back gardens. In a survey, 84% of respondents said that people setting off fireworks had drunk at least 2-3 units of alcohol. This increases the risk of injury and makes adults less able to supervise children properly during the display.
- Never drink alcohol if you are setting off fireworks or attending a bonfire.
- Nominate people who are not drinking alcohol to take charge of late-night fireworks displays.
- Keep guests who are drinking alcohol well away from fireworks and the bonfire.
- Consider limiting the availability of alcohol until after the fireworks display.
- Do not carry fireworks in your pocket to street parties or celebrations.
- The clear message is that alcohol and fireworks don't mix.
