ENT specialist Dr. Shrekha Padmakshan warned that children face higher risks from loud festive noise due to smaller ear canals and cumulative exposure impacts.
Firecracker sounds can reach 155 dB, far exceeding the 85 dB safe limit for eight-hour exposure, potentially causing conditions like tinnitus or eardrum perforation.
Parents are advised to maintain a 10-meter distance from fireworks, use child-sized earmuffs, and adhere to the 60/60 rule for headphone volume and duration.