Attention! The internet-famous fireworks "Gatling" are powerful and can be very dangerous if not used properly!

recently,

Fireworks "Gatling"

It became popular on the Internet because of its cool fireworks effects.

January 21, Tai'an, Shandong,

An old lady set off a "Gatling" firework.

"Aim, scout, and shoot, you'll be the king at first glance."

As the saying goes

"One 'Gatling', thousands of troops come to meet!"

January 21, Jiangsu,

Several netizens lined up.

Full of ritual sense.

In various videos shared of setting off "Gatlin" fireworks,

Netizens played with momentum and excitement.

Colorful fireworks at Gatling

And accompanied by dense "thump thump" sounds,

A fireworks version of "Luyu War"

Born on the Internet.

Netizens from all over the country have been "playing with the meme".

Some netizens said,

I like this joyful New Year atmosphere.

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Gatling gun is cool but expensive

As an "important weapon" in the fireworks war,

The "Gatling Fireworks" that went viral

From the Gatling gun,

It is named for its fast firing rate and strong firepower.

It uses dozens or even dozens of

A combination of continuous bead-spitting fireworks

A type of small "combination fireworks",

When burning,

This creates a firing effect similar to that of a Gatling gun.

Since the price is more expensive than other ordinary hand-held fireworks,

Known as the "Hermes" of fireworks.

On the eve of the 2023 Spring Festival,

Hunan Liuyang "Gatling"

The price has risen from 20 yuan to 60 yuan.

Arrived in some foreign cities

It can even be sold for 200 yuan each.

It increased tenfold.

A fireworks manufacturer facing bankruptcy,

He even came back to life because of selling "Gatling".

Yang Yue (pseudonym), a netizen from Suzhou, Jiangsu, found that

I bought the "Gatling" fireworks in October 2022.

The price is 410 yuan per box.

By the Spring Festival in January 2023,

It's already 1,200 yuan a box.

The price has almost tripled.

The price of a single stick increased from 34 yuan to 100 yuan.

A reporter noted that

Around the Spring Festival,

The "Gatling 888" bought by netizens from all over the country

The price of a single stick ranges from 65 yuan to more than 100 yuan;

The blue-fire "Gatling" with a base,

The price of a single stick ranges from 120 yuan to more than 400 yuan.

Some netizens even

On New Year's Eve (January 21), there were purchase restrictions.

Requires purchase of fireworks and firecrackers worth 1,000 yuan

Only then can you buy "Gatling".

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Homemade Gatling Gun? Not reliable!

The price of "Gatling" fireworks has skyrocketed and the supply is in short supply.

Let some netizens choose to do it themselves

Assemble a simple version of the "Gatling" firework.

Right now

Use multiple ordinary hand-held bead-like fireworks to launch into the air

Tie them together.

Ignite simultaneously when setting off.

Some people also shared the "homemade Gatling" on the Internet

Tutorial and firing effects.

In this regard,

Zhang Mingfu, vice president of the Liuyang Fireworks and Firecrackers Association

Expressed strong opposition.

Because there are qualification requirements for the production of fireworks and firecrackers,

Standardized production can ensure safety.

He advises consumers to

Buy fireworks from regular stores.

"Like 'Gatling' fireworks

Generally, it can burn for more than one minute.

666, 888, 1088 on the product packaging

It doesn't refer to the number of fireworks.

They are codes for different models of 'Gatling' fireworks.

Each Gatling

Ignition fuse, firing rhythm and time

They are all designed.

This type of bead fireworks

We are also afraid that consumers may hurt their eyes.

For example, the fireworks haven't finished yet.

Consumers thought it was over.

Look at the fireworks tube.

Fireworks can hurt your eyes if they spray out.”

also,

Netizens are worried

The "Jellyfish" fireworks will randomly jump around.

Zhang Mingfu said

"Jellyfish" is a type of fireworks that can be launched into the air.

It has been on the market for two years.

Every firework

The lift-off altitude and flight trajectory are designed.

There are also instructions for setting off fireworks on the packaging.

Everyone should set off fireworks according to the product instructions.

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How powerful is the Gatling gun?

Some netizens found that

Gatling Fireworks Are Dangerous

According to the firefighters' actual test,

"Gatling" Fireworks

The maximum distance of spark spraying is 42 meters.

Far exceeding the 8 meters specified in the firing instructions.

Throughout the trajectory of the sparks

Mars may fall.

Ignite flammable items,

There are considerable safety risks.

In the video,

Firefighters lit a firework called "Gatlin".

When simulating fireworks, sheets and clothes were accidentally ignited.

Momentary time,

Countless fireballs sprayed onto the sheets and clothes.

Black holes were left on the white sheets and clothes.

Started to catch fire.

Firefighters said,

Jet-type fireworks like "Gatling"

The sparks emitted when it is ignited are very powerful.

Do not face people directly or

Set off in places where there are flammable materials.

Fireworks must be set off in designated areas.

Before setting off fireworks, clean up the surrounding combustible materials.

After setting off the fire, check whether there is any residual fire.

Make sure it is off before leaving.

at the same time,

Regarding the behavior of many netizens holding "Gatling",

January 23,

Fujian Fire Rescue Corps issued a reminder:

The internet celebrity "Gatling" belongs to the combination type of fireworks.

No hand-held fireworks.

The tube of the "Gatling" fireworks also indicates that hand-holding is strictly prohibited.

"Everyone must buy qualified fireworks products.

According to the instructions for use,

Set off fireworks at a safe distance.”

Have you ever set off a Gatling firework?

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