Firecracker explosion in Duisburg: Twelve-year-old seriously injured!

Firecracker explosion in Duisburg: Twelve-year-old seriously injured!

An unfortunate incident occurred in Duisburg's city park on Monday afternoon that draws attention to the correct use of fireworks. A twelve-year-old girl was seriously injured by a firecracker explosion. The police immediately began an investigation and are looking for other witnesses who observed the incident. Previously, many children had fled the park after the explosion, while the injured twelve-year-old was left behind.

The girl suffered injuries to her hand, was immediately treated by an emergency doctor and then admitted to hospital. The incident raises questions not only about the circumstances of the explosion, but also about safety precautions surrounding the use of fireworks. The police warn against handling unlicensed, untested and home-made fireworks. For this reason, the need for education about the dangers in this area is becoming increasingly clear.

The dangers of fireworks

Fireworks have a special fascination for children and young people. However, many people are not aware of the legal regulations: minors are only allowed to buy and light small fireworks. The website of the German Statutory Accident Insurance discusses which safety aspects must be taken into account when handling fireworks. Teaching materials could be particularly helpful here to inform children and young people about the risks and how to deal with them correctly. These materials provide, among other things, information about the different categories of fireworks and the associated age limits.

The materials also point out important points such as the causes of accidents involving fireworks, safety instructions when purchasing and the development of safety rules when lighting them. Unfortunately, not all minors are aware of this information or follow the rules, which can have fatal consequences. Education about the safe use of fireworks should therefore be given high priority in order to prevent future accidents.

Education and prevention

In addition to information brochures, the German Statutory Accident Insurance (DGUV) and the Federal Ministry of the Interior and Community (BMI) also provide videos and other teaching materials. This is likely to be particularly important for schools: The materials are designed for grades 8 to 10 and can be used in chemistry and class leadership lessons. Students not only expand their technical expertise, but also their communication skills and teamwork when working on tasks together.

The recent events in Duisburg once again illustrate how important it is to educate young people in particular about the dangers of fireworks. The incident could serve as a wake-up call to look more closely at safety precautions and promote appropriate education so that children and young people can get through the fireworks year safely. Further information on the safe handling of fireworks can be found on the website dguv-lug.de.

In light of these tragic events, it is essential that both parents and schools take responsibility to ensure fun and safety are at the forefront of fireworks displays next year.

For detailed information about the incident itself, please refer to the reporting by n-tv. The Apple site also offers a further look at topics related to technology and training, which can also be a good source of inspiration for teachers.