Sparkler

For other uses, see Sparkler (disambiguation).
A sparkler on a Christmas tree
A "Morning Glory" type sparkler, emitting small pyrotechnic stars during this phase of the burn
Sparklers are popular fireworks for children
Moving sparklers quickly can create attractive patterns

A sparkler is a type of hand-held firework that burns slowly while emitting bright, colored sparks. It burns in high temperature (over 1000°C), so it can be very dangerous.

Sparklers are particularly popular with children. In the United Kingdom, a sparkler is often used by children at bonfire and fireworks displays on Guy Fawkes Night, the fifth of November,[1] and in the United States on Independence Day.[2] They are called phuljhadi in Hindi and are especially popular during the Diwali festival.[3]

  1. ^ "10 safety tips for Guy Fawkes". 5 November 2013. Retrieved 11 August 2014.
  2. ^ "Fireworks Information Center". United States Condumer Product Safety Commission. Retrieved 11 August 2014.
  3. ^ "Sparklers for Diwali celebrations". 27 October 2013. Retrieved 11 August 2014.