Citizens in Taiz: Spread of dangerous fireworks resembling explosives

Arab Sea Newspaper - Follow-ups

Arab Sea - Yemen - Follow-ups: Citizens in Taiz Governorate have issued an urgent report to the local security administration, warning of the widespread distribution of dangerous fireworks, known locally as "Al-Tammash" and "Al-Quraihat," in markets and among children. The citizens confirmed that these materials are not ordinary fireworks, but emit loud sounds similar to explosives, posing a serious threat to the safety of children and the community, according to "Al-Mashhad Al-Yemeni." The report indicated that these games carry significant risks, as they can cause serious injuries or fires due to the force of their explosion, not to mention the psychological damage resulting from the loud noises that frighten children and citizens, especially in residential neighborhoods. The citizens also warned that their spread among children could lead to humanitarian disasters that are difficult to remedy. In their report, the citizens called on the security authorities to take immediate action to seize and confiscate these dangerous materials, and to take strict legal measures against promoters and traders who exploit the lack of oversight to sell them in markets and shops. They also stressed the need to intensify inspection campaigns and impose strict control over the outlets that promote these games, before they lead to disastrous consequences. This report comes after repeated complaints from residents of the governorate about the spread of these dangerous games, without any serious action to stop their circulation. The citizens expressed their dissatisfaction with the laxity in addressing this phenomenon, demanding that responsibility be taken and urgent intervention to protect children and society from its dangers. Activists and concerned individuals called on parents to exercise caution and monitor their children, and prevent them from buying or using such materials, while they called on educational and media institutions to increase awareness of their dangers. They also called on the official authorities to impose deterrent fines on those involved in selling them, and to launch intensive awareness campaigns to reduce their spread. It is noteworthy that the phenomenon of dangerous fireworks recurs on occasions and holidays, but their spread in this alarming manner in Taiz raises questions about the weakness of oversight and the absence of preventive measures, which calls for immediate action before it is too late.