From Cyprus Police - Fireworks - Safety rules and their lawful use
Risks
During the firing of fireworks, very high temperatures of up to 400 degrees Celsius can be reached and
rapidly moving masses of hot gases develop. In addition to these, very dangerous fragments may be
created during their launch and explosion.
All licensed fireworks go through strict quality and correct/orthodox construction checks and this is
certified at European level by specific organizations and therefore bear instructions in Greek, as well as
CE marking/accreditation.
Based on the above any attempt to detonate/use a firework either by an unauthorized/untrained person,
or an uncertified/unlicensed firework, also increases the likelihood of an accident, accidental explosion or
even ignition resulting in a very serious possibility of causing very serious injuries and even deaths, not
only of the user but also of unsuspecting citizens even over long distances.
Another very serious parameter is the possibility of causing a fire, which can be done over very long
distances from the firing/use point of the firework.
Police
As a police force, we are particularly sensitive to this issue, always with the safety of the public in mind,
and we call on everyone to raise awareness and contribute, as and when they can, in this collective joint
effort to eradicate this very disturbing and above all dangerous phenomenon.
Therefore, we urge the public that where they perceive possible illegality to immediately inform the
local Police Station or the Citizen's Line on 1460 for an immediate and effective response.
Finally, it should be stressed that, in addition to any risks caused by the illegal throwing of fireworks,
non-compliance with the relevant Legislation is an offence and anyone found to be illegal will be
prosecuted in accordance with the Law.
Therefore, the public is invited to apply the provisions of the relevant legislation and to obtain
permission from the Explosives Inspector, which in any case designates an authorised/licensed person to
detonate the fireworks on a specific day, time and place.
