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Fireworks drama in Düsseldorf: 19 injured in a fairground accident!
Fireworks accident at the Rhine fair in Düsseldorf on July 19, 2025: 19 injured, including children. Investigations are ongoing.
Fireworks drama in Düsseldorf: 19 injured in a fairground accident!
On July 19, 2025, a tragic incident occurred during the popular Rhine fair in Düsseldorf. At around 10:30 p.m., fireworks exploded in the crowd, injuring a total of 19 people, including at least two children. The exact severity of the injuries is still unclear, but reports of four to six seriously injured people have been published. Among the injured is a three-year-old child who suffered serious facial injuries, but his life is not in danger reports Bild.
The cause of the accident may have been related to the overturning of a launch pad, resulting in a low-altitude explosion. Witnesses reported that several rockets flew too low and at least one ricochet detonated over the crowd. Despite the danger, the fire brigade and rescue service were already on site because the festival was well attended. It took emergency services about two hours to deal with the situation, with medical care for the injured being provided within an hour reports the Tagesschau.
Long-lasting consequences for the Rhine fair
As a result of the incident, the organizer decided to end the Rhine fair early, although the originally planned period was supposed to last until the early hours of the morning. The possible continuation of the fireworks tradition next year is now in question. The police have launched an investigation into negligent bodily harm to determine exactly what happened is reported.
Safety when using pyrotechnic items is a crucial aspect that is regulated by German explosives law. Pyrotechnic objects are divided into different categories that determine the hazard potential. Especially when it comes to fireworks, it is extremely important that they are carried out by competent people in order to avoid such tragic incidents explains Haufe.
The Rhine fair, a highlight in Düsseldorf's event calendar, was closed prematurely in front of the shocked visitors and relatives of the injured. An information hotline for concerned relatives has been set up, available on 0211/388 9889, to coordinate offers of help and provide support to those affected.