The Dangers of Fireworks: Injuries, Deaths, Fires
Sparklers and novelties alone accounted for 38 percent of the 8,600 emergency room fireworks injuries in 2010.
In 2010, about 15,500 reported fires were started by fireworks and 8,600 fireworks-related injuries were treated in U.S. hospital emergency rooms, according to a report released by the National Fire Protection Association. There are more fires on a typical Fourth of July than any other day of the year, according to the NFPA. Fireworks account for two out of five of those fires, more than any other cause of fires. Use of consumer fireworks causes fires, injuries and deaths: Cobb Police offer these safety tips for the home during the July 4th season. Fireworks: What's Legal, What's Safe You can see fireworks at the Marietta Fourth in the Park celebration, which includes a parade at 10 a.m. on Independence Day, concerts, an arts and crafts …
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