It is that time of year again when the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) wants consumers to put safety into play if fireworks are part of their upcoming Fourth of July celebrations. Thousands of injuries occur with sparklers, firecrackers, and aerials, and some 200 fireworks injuries take place each day during the one-month period surrounding…
Some Super Lightning Rocket Fireworks have been recalled by Big Fireworks, of Lansing, Michigan, due to risk of burn, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) just announced. The rockets are overloaded with pyrotechnic composition, violating the federal regulatory standard for this product. This could result in a greater-than-expected explosion, posing a risk of burns…
Most common injuries: Hands: 2,300 Eyes: 1,500 Head, Face, Ears: 1,400 Doing most damage: Firecrackers: 1,300 injuries Sparklers: 1,000 Rockets: 800 The law prohibits the personal use of fireworks containing explosive or flammable compounds. That includes, though is not necessarily limited to, these items: Firecrackers Torpedoes Skyrockets Roman candles Daygo bombs Local law enforcement agencies…
Many people this Fourth of July weekend will celebrate with cookouts, a trip to the beach, outdoor concerts and fireworks. The Fourth of July is a peak time for fireworks sales; but every year unsafe fireworks are involved in serious injuries, including loss of sight, severe burns, and loss of limbs, particularly fingers.According to the…
Everyone enjoys fireworks, particularly in the festive Fourth of July season. But some devices can be dangerous. The National Council on Fireworks Safety recommends that you only buy consumer fireworks from a licensed store or stand. Never buy firework devices from an individual’s house, or out of someone’s car. Such fireworks are likely to be…