Be Safe as You Celebrate the 4th of July with Fireworks!
Did You Know?
– In 2020, fireworks were the cause of 18 deaths and 15,600 injuries resulting in an emergency room visit
– 50% of injuries are suffered by children and young adults under 20
Sparklers, which burn at 1,200-2,000 degrees, account for over 25% of emergency room visits
– Mid-June to mid-July account for nearly 67% of firework-related injuries
– Fireworks cause roughly 18,500 fires annually. This includes 1,300 structure fires, 300 vehicular fires, and almost 17,000 other fires.
For more information, please visit the National Safety Council website, the National Fire Protection Association, and the US Consumer Product Safety Commission for more information.
