Gardaí are warning the public of serious consequences if caught selling or using fireworks over the bank holiday weekend.
A person convicted of having fireworks in their possession with intent to sell or supply can face fines of up to €10,000, and up to five years imprisonment.
The public are also been warned of the potential for serious harm and permanent life-changing injury.
Sergeant John Fitzpatrick, Crime Prevention Officer for Co Wicklow, says bonfires also pose a dangerous threat:
