How to stay safe while using fireworks
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If you plan to light fireworks on July Fourth, here are some safety tips to keep in mind.
An estimated 11,500 injuries involving fireworks were treated in US emergency rooms in 2021, 8,500 of which occurred between June 18 and July 18, according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission's 2021 Fireworks Annual Report. During that time period, people under 25 years old and under 15 years old accounted for around 49% and 29% of total injuries, respectively.
Even among those who understand the risks, adherence to fireworks safety measures can be hit and miss, a recent poll found.
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