Officials Urge Safety Ahead of Fourth of July Celebrations

Doctors warn of firework safety ahead of the Fourth of July

A lot of people enjoy setting off fireworks for Independence Day, but it can quickly turn dangerous and even deadly.

Central Valley doctor stresses safety during Fourth of July festivities

Emergency rooms are expected to be booming on the Fourth of July. Both heat and drownings are also a concern for doctors.

Officials urge firework safety, law compliance this July Fourth

City officials advise people to stay safe and obey city laws during Paducah’s Fourth of July Celebration. While July Fourth lets people gather to celebrate the country's independence, the day is not without its risks.

Firework safety ahead of the 4th of July weekend

ABC57 News in South Bend, Ind. covers all of Michiana including St. Joseph, Elkhart, Kosciusko, LaPorte and Marshall counties in Indiana and Berrien, Cass, Van Buren and St. Joseph counties in Mich.

Experts give tips on fireworks safety ahead of July 4th

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — With Fourth of July celebrations in full swing, many will be attending local fireworks shows—or lighting some off at home.   But if you don’t follow some basic safety tips, you could wind up in the emergency room.   “We do have a higher volume this time of year,” Novant Health Injury and Violence Prevention Coordinator Toni Scollins said.  Scollins says if you plan to light fireworks at home, use a wand lighter, and never…

North Texas first responders urge safety for Fourth of July weekend

The Lewisville Fire Department's dive team responsible for rescuing and recovering people from the lake are urging people to stop, think and prevent drownings.