Srinagar, Nov. 8 -- Public asked to avoid illegal firecrackers, follow precautions around diyas, candles and electrical decorations

JAMMU: The Directorate of Fire and Emergency Services, Jammu and Kashmir, has issued a fire safety advisory ahead of Diwali, urging people to follow preventive measures while handling firecrackers, diyas, candles and decorative electrical lights.

The department cautioned that careless use of these items could lead to fire incidents, endangering lives and property.

According to the advisory, people should purchase firecrackers only from licensed and authorised vendors and ensure that the products are properly packaged, labelled and carry manufacturers' details and safety instructions. Only legally permitted...