Health News Desk: Despite all the awareness campaigns, the number of accidents caused by firecrackers is increasing year after year. The victims of the accident include not only children but also unknown passers-by and elderly people. Apart from this, according to health experts, inhaling the smoke emanating from firecrackers worsens pre-existing diseases like asthma, bronchitis and pneumonia.
A small carelessness can take life
From children to elders, everyone bursts crackers on Diwali. From knives to bombs, bursting them on Diwali is a matter of great excitement for children. But during this time one needs to be very careful. A small accident that happens while bursting crackers during Diwali can be fatal.
Eyes are most at risk from firecrackers
Let us tell you that small firecrackers can cause irritation on your skin and eyelashes. The same rockets and heavy firecrackers can cause serious damage to the front part of the eye i.e. the cornea. If the firecrackers reach the retina, eyesight can also be lost.
In case of eye injury, take these measures immediately
Injuries caused by firecrackers are increasing mainly due to carelessness and ignorance. According to eye specialist, eyes are weak and can easily get injured by firecrackers. If there is any irritation in the eyes, cover them with a clean cotton pad and go to the hospital immediately. If any small particle gets into the eye, wash the eye with clean water and consult an ophthalmologist. Apart from the eyes, hands, legs or any other part of the body can also get injured. So if this ever happens to anyone of yours, then there are some measures which you can try to immediately reduce the risk.
