Massachusetts halted a Florida company’s sparklers after they were found in a restaurant, citing fire safety risks following a deadly fire abroad.

Massachusetts has issued a cease-and-desist order against Florida’s King of Sparklers LLC after sparklers linked to the company were seized from a Fall River restaurant. The devices, made in China and labeled for outdoor use only, violated state fire code and law. The move follows a deadly New Year’s Eve fire in Switzerland that killed 40 people, prompting heightened safety concerns. Officials warn indoor sparkler use poses serious fire risks, especially in enclosed spaces with flammable materials, and compare the danger to the 2003 Station Nightclub fire. The state is urging bars, restaurants, and event venues to avoid all unauthorized flame-producing devices to prevent tragedies.