- Always have a
bucket of water and/or a fire extinguisher nearby.
- Obey all local laws regarding
the use of fireworks.
- Do not wear loose
clothing while using fireworks
- Never light
fireworks indoors or near dry grass, buildings or vehicles
- Point fireworks
away from homes, and keep away from brush, leaves and flammable substances
- Stand several feet
away from lit fireworks. If a device does not go off, do not stand over it
to investigate. Put it out with water and dispose of it.
- Know your fireworks; read the
cautionary labels and performance descriptions before igniting.
- A responsible adult should
supervise all firework activities. Never give fireworks to children.
- Alcohol and fireworks do not
mix. Save your alcohol for after the show.
- Wear safety glasses when
shooting fireworks.
- Light one firework at a time
and then quickly move away.
- Never relight a “dud”
firework. Wait 20 minutes and then soak it in a bucket of water.
- Do not experiment with homemade
fireworks.
- Dispose of spent fireworks by
wetting them down and place in a metal trash can away from any building or
combustible materials until the next day.
- Report illegal explosives, like
M-80s and quarter sticks, to the fire or police department.
Fireworks also are responsible for thousands of
home fires each year. The National Fire Protection Association reports that from 2009-2013, U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 18,500
fires caused by fireworks. These fires included 1,300 structure fires, 300
vehicle fires and 16,900 outside and other fires. The National Safety Council advises everyone to
stay away from all consumer fireworks and to only enjoy fireworks at a public
display conducted by seasoned professionals.
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