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Fireworks
2011-07-01 08:19:00
Preparing for a safe 4th of July
Question: I have always loved the Fourth of July and like most, we enjoy celebrating with family, friends and fireworks. Any tips on how to keep everyone safe without taking the sizzle out of the day?
Answer: The Fourth of July, a summer tradition celebrating our nation’s freedom and independence is one of the most beloved Holidays in America. Firing up the grill with family & friends on those hot summer nights, the smell of freshly cut lawns and, of course, fireworks make it a unique American celebration!
In the fireworks industry, most celebrations include what is classified as safe and sane fireworks, like sparklers. When handled properly, fireworks can be a wonderful and memorable part of your celebration. However, if you do not want the fun to fizzle out, safety precautions should be put in place.
Remember these pointers:
•Follow all laws concerning
fireworks for your city and county
•Read the instructions on all
products before you ignite them
•Light them in a well cleared
area, free from any other
flammable materials
•Use only outdoors
•Use only in the manner intended
•Do not use multiple products at
one time
•Keep all people at a safe distance
from the lit product
•Never reignite malfunctioning
fireworks
•Never aim in the direction of
people, animals or structures
•Handle Sparklers with care
•Have buckets of water handy to
place extinguished fireworks and
for emergency
•Keep fire extinguisher nearby
It is also important to remember to be certain to have adult supervision even when handling sparklers. Like all others, sparklers need to be handled with respect. While they are safe, they are not toys and can burn at 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit. Over 50% of injuries related to sparklers happen to children under the age of 14.
We hope that your holiday is safe and
spectacular!
