South Goa administration has issued an advisory asking firecracker sellers and stockists to follow fire safety precautions ahead of Diwali, including keeping functional fire extinguishers ready and ensuring emergency exits and access for fire tenders remain clear.Firecrackers should be stored in cool, dry and well-ventilated areas, away from heat, LPG cylinders, cooking areas, electrical installations and flammable materials. The advisory cautions against excessive stockpiling and prohibits smoking and open flames around storage and sales premises.Vendors have also been advised to maintain safe electrical wiring, prevent children from accessing stored firecrackers and familiarise themselves with basic fire safety procedures.
