Playing with sparklers is a fun and enjoyable activity for the young and old alike during Chinese New Year. While its importation and sale are legal in Singapore, the use of sparklers should be done in a responsible manner according to the safety guidelines provided by the manufacturer.

During this festive season, Police would like to remind the public that we take a serious view of persons setting off improvised explosive devices constructed using sparklers. Such improvised explosive devices are a potential fire hazard, and may cause noise pollution and undue alarm to members of public. The shrapnel from the explosion can also cause injury to persons and/or damage to property.

Anyone caught setting off improvised explosive devices may be prosecuted in Court for either an offence of negligent conduct with respect to any fire or combustible matter under Section 285 of the Penal Code, Chapter 224 or negligent conduct with respect to any explosive substance under Section 286 of the Penal Code Chapter 224. If convicted for either offence, the offender will be liable to an imprisonment term which may extend to one year or fined up to S$5000 or with both.