State Fire Marshal Encourages Fireworks Safety
- This week, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission report from June 25 revealed over 14,700 fireworks-related injuries and at least 11 deaths in 2024, highlighting rising holiday risks.
- The CPSC report shows fireworks injuries peak around July, with over 20,000 fires and 10,000 ER visits annually, based on national data.
- Already this year, South Bend has reported a fireworks-related injury, highlighting ongoing safety concerns before Independence Day.
- From 2023 to 2024, fireworks-related deaths increased 38% and injuries over 50%, with restrictions in many cities aiming to curb escalating hazards, data shows.
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State Fire Marshal has advice for safe fireworks use - Radio Iowa
The law now allows you to shoot off fireworks today and tomorrow. State Fire Marshal Dan Brown says with fireworks legal to shoot off on private property for the first time in years, take precautions. “You know, just being safe. You know, having that water source there next to you in case something does light […]


Fireworks face tight restrictions in Colorado mountain towns as fire risk surges ahead of Independence Day weekend
Independence Day weekend is one of the most dangerous times of the year for fires, and hence, one of the most regulated. The number of firework-related incidents reported by fire departments increased by over 200% from 2023 to 2024, according to data from the Colorado Fire Incident Reporting System. With several counties on the Western Slope implementing Stage 1 fire restrictions and other red flag warnings, fireworks are under more restrictions…
State fire marshal encourages fireworks safety
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WCBD) – South Carolina’s top fire official is encouraging residents and visitors to prioritize safety when using fireworks this Independence Day holiday. State Fire Marshal Jonathan Jones said fireworks cause thousands of injuries nationwide, many of which are preventable. A Summerville man died on the July 4 holiday last year after placing a lit firework device on his head during a block party in the Crestwood subdivision. The f…
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