5 Firework Safety Tips for the Fourth of July
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5 Firework Safety Tips
for the Fourth of July While many may think big fireworks pose the
most risk, small fireworks actually account for
almost 75% of all firework-related injuries. Here are five safety tips to keep in mind
when lighting fireworks this 4th of July. 1. Keep Children Away Children younger than 15 years old accounted
for more than 36% of firework injuries in 2017. 2. Use Fireworks on
Hard, Level Surfaces Fireworks may tip over if
launched from grass or gravel. 3. Keep Water Nearby This is especially essential if launching in an
area that contains dried grass or brush nearby. 4. Properly Store and
Dispose of Fireworks Used fireworks need
to be doused in water
to prevent them
from re-igniting. 5. Use Care When
Lighting Fireworks It's best to use a lighting device, and you
should quickly move out of the way once it's
lit in case it malfunctions or tips over.
for the Fourth of July While many may think big fireworks pose the
most risk, small fireworks actually account for
almost 75% of all firework-related injuries. Here are five safety tips to keep in mind
when lighting fireworks this 4th of July. 1. Keep Children Away Children younger than 15 years old accounted
for more than 36% of firework injuries in 2017. 2. Use Fireworks on
Hard, Level Surfaces Fireworks may tip over if
launched from grass or gravel. 3. Keep Water Nearby This is especially essential if launching in an
area that contains dried grass or brush nearby. 4. Properly Store and
Dispose of Fireworks Used fireworks need
to be doused in water
to prevent them
from re-igniting. 5. Use Care When
Lighting Fireworks It's best to use a lighting device, and you
should quickly move out of the way once it's
lit in case it malfunctions or tips over.