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Red, White and Burns: What to Know About July Fourth Firework Safety
Safety experts say 13,000 fireworks injuries and July’s peak grill fires make precautions important before holiday celebrations.
- As Americans celebrate the nation's 250th birthday on Saturday, the Consumer Product Safety Commission urges citizens to take precautions before lighting fireworks or using grills.
- Around 13,000 people were injured by fireworks in 2025, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, illustrating significant risks from personal displays.
- Sparklers account for 25% of emergency room visits, with temperatures exceeding 1200 degrees, according to Michael McLeieer, president of Inc.
- Michael McLeieer recommends placing used sparklers in a metal bucket filled with water to prevent burns and fires while they cool.
- July is the nation's peak month for grill fires, often caused by improperly discarded charcoal embers that retain heat for days.
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Fourth of July safety: How to avoid fireworks injuries and grill fires this holiday weekend
Around 13,000 people were injured by fireworks in 2025, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission and July is the number one month for grill fires across the country.With the Fourth of July falling on Saturday and Americans celebrating the nation's 250th birthday, safety experts are urging people to take precautions before lighting up fireworks or firing up the grill.The best advice for fireworks safety is to leave displays to the prof…
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