The atmosphere of Diwali is being seen everywhere. There is light all around. This festival is celebrated with great pomp every year. However, the increasing pollution in the past few times has dimmed the shine of Diwali. Especially in the capital Delhi, firecrackers have been banned this year too due to the poor level of air. However, despite this, some people are seen bursting firecrackers on the occasion of Diwali.

In such a situation, today in this article we will tell you how firecrackers can harm not only the environment but also your health. Let us know about the harmful effects of firecrackers on health from Dr. Sharad Joshi, Director and Head of Pulmonology Department of Max Super Specialty Hospital, Vaishali-

Why are firecrackers harmful?

Fireworks can harm our health in many ways. This time Dr. Sharad says that firecrackers harm health because by burning them, many poisonous gases like carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide are released. This poisonous gas has a harmful effect on our respiratory tract . Apart from this, there is also a risk of fire due to firecrackers, which can cause many major accidents including burning of skin and eyes.

Fireworks can cause cancer

The doctor said that the smoke emitted from firecrackers and fireworks contain harmful chemicals like copper and cadmium, which are no less than poison. Cadmium and lead can cause serious and life-threatening diseases like cancer. Also, the smoke emitted from firecrackers can not only cause respiratory problems, but also increases the risk of anemia and cancer, which are not usually caused by air pollution.

Moreover, radioactive material is used in making many firecrackers, which can not only cause cancer but can also damage your eyesight.

Causes damage to the ears

Doctors say that crackers can also be harmful for our ears. Actually, sound above 60 decibels is harmful for the ears. In such a situation, the loud sound of crackers can cause headache and anxiety in many people. Also, sound above 80 decibels can damage the ears of children forever. The sound of commonly used crackers is above 140 decibels and thus it is very harmful for our ears.

Not only is there a risk of eardrums bursting due to firecrackers, but the risk of miscarriage in pregnant women also increases a lot. Along with this, the hearing ability of small children can also be lost forever.