The fire service is encouraging Powys residents who participate in Diwali to take extra precautions during their year's celebrations.
Today is the main celebratory day of the festival, which started on Monday and ends on Friday, that celebrates new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil as well as light over darkness.
Celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains internationally, the festival which coincides with Hindu New Year includes lighting oil lamps called divas as well as the use of fireworks and candles.
A spokesman from the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service said: "Diwali is known as festival of the lights and sees an increase in the use of divas. It is believed that light signifies goodness therefore various lamps are burnt throughout the day and into the night to ward off darkness and evil.
"Statistics show that there is an increased fire risk at Diwali time, because of divas, candles and fireworks - but by taking just a few simple precautions you can reduce the risks for yourself and your family."
The top piece of advice which the fire service issued was to make sure a working smoke alarm in installed on every floor in your home.
In the event of a fire, a smoke alarm should sound immediately allowing everyone inside to escape.
The fire service also said to make sure that any candles or lamps are placed safely in the home, on heat resistant surfaces and away from decorations or curtains which could catch fire.
They should also be kept away from children and pets, out of areas where people may lean over them and they should always be put out before leaving the room or going to bed.
The fire service has also said that fireworks should be handled with care and only bought from reputable sources.
For more information on fire safety and fireworks, visit the fire service’s website.