Knowledge of safety risks could prevent tragedies

The organizers of a party at a water park in Taipei have been detained by police for questioning after hundreds were injured, some seriously, when colored powder being sprayed over the partygoers ignited. Comments:

The disaster caused by flammable powder at a recreational venue has rung an alarm bell. The use of colored powder has gained huge popularity in recent years, but many event organizers lack the necessary safety knowledge and fail to take precautions against potential safety hazards. It has been sheer luck that no major accident had happened before. This latest tragedy is a reminder that we need more awareness of public safety.

Beijing Times, June 29