Safe New Year's Eve: Tips for the correct handling of fireworks!

During New Year's Eve, the public transport offer in Dresden is increased in order to enable the party to travel safely. According to the Dresden transport businesses (DVB), trams and buses run more often that evening. The DVB recommend buying tickets in advance to avoid queues.

The tram lines run by 9 p.m. after the regular Saturday schedule. From this point on, lines 3, 4, 7, 11 and 12 start to drive every 15 minutes. Line 4 is supported between Striesen and Mickten by the reinforcement line E4 every 10 minutes. In addition, the reinforcement line 3/8 ensures a 15-minute cycle on line 8 between Infineon Süd and southern suburb. From 9 p.m., bus lines 61 and 62 also run every 15 minutes, while other 60s bus lines and many other lines run every 30 minutes. A company break due to the fireworks is planned for about 30 minutes from 11:45 p.m. The trips will be resumed after 0.15 a.m.

fireworks warnings and safety tips

Dresden New Year's Eve parties take place in Dresden on New Year's Eve, and the traditional fireworks display on the bank of the Elbe is ignited at midnight. However, the Saxony State Criminal Police Office warns of the use of unchecked pyrotechnics. From January to November, 1,244 crimes in connection with pyrotechnics in Saxony were registered.

The Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) gives important security tips for consumers. She advises you to buy only tested and approved fireworks and pay attention to the CE sign. In addition, the BAM points out that fireworks are classified as a dangerous goods and gives recommendations for safe transport, storage and use. This includes compliance with old -age requirements for buying and using as well as observing the official burning times.

The BAM emphasizes that the improper handling of pyrotechnics often leads to accidents. Children should not have access to fireworks, and it is important to carefully read the instructions for use. Safety has top priority in this festive time, and the BAM asks to rely on tested products and observe the corresponding security measures.