Remember when fireworks were magical for the kids? This family night ended in fear instead
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What began as a night of family fun turned into sheer panic when a fireworks display went horribly wrong.
Terrified parents clutched their children as explosives shot into the crowd.
Screams filled the air as smoke and sparks erupted dangerously close to onlookers.
The chaos unfolded on a Sunday night at the Jimboomba Family Carnival in Logan, south of Brisbane.
Witness footage shared on social media captured the moment rogue fireworks fired directly into the grandstand, forcing families to duck for cover.
Children could be heard crying as the display misfired, with people rushing to escape the stands.
One man told reporters a firework exploded just 10 metres from his family, while another projectile shot into the seated crowd.
A man in his 40s suffered minor burns to his leg after being struck, according to reports.
No other injuries have been reported, but witnesses described the experience as ‘terrifying’.
The fireworks display—now in its second year—was immediately cancelled for Monday evening’s festivities.
Organisers confirmed they were working with on-site first aid, the display operator, and relevant authorities to investigate.
Source: Tiktok/7newsaustralia
‘We have been made aware of an issue regarding the fireworks display last night,’ a carnival spokesman said in a statement.
‘We are investigating this matter alongside our on-site first aid, the operator and all relevant authorities.’
‘We have cancelled [Monday night’s] display to allow this investigation to take place and ensure everyone’s continued safety & enjoyment of the carnival.’
Resources Safety and Health Queensland has also launched its own investigation into the incident.
Public events aren’t the only places where fun can take a dangerous turn.
Sometimes, even the simplest items from the shops can carry unexpected risks if handled carelessly.
Here’s one story that shows how an everyday purchase led to a serious warning.
Read more: This $3 supermarket item could devastate your life—learn to protect yourself!
For families who came expecting joy and wonder, the night’s events will be difficult to forget.
What began as a night of family fun turned into sheer panic when a fireworks display went horribly wrong.
Terrified parents clutched their children as explosives shot into the crowd.
Screams filled the air as smoke and sparks erupted dangerously close to onlookers.
The chaos unfolded on a Sunday night at the Jimboomba Family Carnival in Logan, south of Brisbane.
Witness footage shared on social media captured the moment rogue fireworks fired directly into the grandstand, forcing families to duck for cover.
Children could be heard crying as the display misfired, with people rushing to escape the stands.
Fireworks misfire sends crowd scrambling for safety. Image source: TikTok/7newsaustralia
One man told reporters a firework exploded just 10 metres from his family, while another projectile shot into the seated crowd.
A man in his 40s suffered minor burns to his leg after being struck, according to reports.
No other injuries have been reported, but witnesses described the experience as ‘terrifying’.
The fireworks display—now in its second year—was immediately cancelled for Monday evening’s festivities.
Organisers confirmed they were working with on-site first aid, the display operator, and relevant authorities to investigate.
Source: Tiktok/7newsaustralia
‘We have been made aware of an issue regarding the fireworks display last night,’ a carnival spokesman said in a statement.
‘We are investigating this matter alongside our on-site first aid, the operator and all relevant authorities.’
‘We have cancelled [Monday night’s] display to allow this investigation to take place and ensure everyone’s continued safety & enjoyment of the carnival.’
Resources Safety and Health Queensland has also launched its own investigation into the incident.
Public events aren’t the only places where fun can take a dangerous turn.
Sometimes, even the simplest items from the shops can carry unexpected risks if handled carelessly.
Here’s one story that shows how an everyday purchase led to a serious warning.
Read more: This $3 supermarket item could devastate your life—learn to protect yourself!
For families who came expecting joy and wonder, the night’s events will be difficult to forget.
