Diwali in Dubai: More residential communities issue fireworks safety alerts

In Dubai, the Diwali holiday has prompted community management companies across the emirate to issue safety alerts regarding fireworks. Dubai Holding Community Management (DHCM) and Emaar Community Management have warned residents that unauthorized fireworks are strictly prohibited. Communities such as Palm Jumeirah, Jumeirah Islands, Bluewaters, City Walk, Jumeirah Village Circle, Mudon, Villanova, The Villa, and Discovery Gardens are included in their advisory.

DHCM emphasizes the importance of fire safety, advising residents to educate children about the risks of fireworks and to ensure they do not handle them. They also caution against placing candles and diyas too close to flammable materials and advise never leaving them unattended. For decorative lights, DHCM suggests avoiding overloading electrical sockets and extension leads, and turning off lights before sleeping or leaving the home.

Emaar Community Management echoes DHCM's message, reiterating that fireworks are prohibited in all its managed communities. They urge residents to cooperate with the regulations to ensure a safe celebration for everyone. Emaar also provides guidelines for the use of candles and diyas, including keeping them away from flammable materials and never leaving them unattended.

Residents are reminded to follow community guidelines, avoid unauthorised fireworks, and take precautions when using candles, diyas, and decorative lights to prevent fire hazards and ensure a safe celebration for all.