Firework Injuries & Dangers
Our Michigan personal injury lawyers are frequently contacted this type of year for firework accident injuries. Many of these injuries are very serious and result in burns, scars, and even blindness. Fireworks are a great way to celebrate July 4th, but lack of necessary safety measures and adult supervision can have devastating results.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission Fireworks Safety page has a great list of recommendations for the safe use and enjoyment of fireworks. Parents who use these guidelines will have a reduced risk of injuries to their children and other spectators.
- Do not allow young children to play with fire-works under any circumstances. Sparklers, consid-ered by many the ideal “safe” firework for the young, burn at very high temperatures and can easily ignite clothing. Children cannot understand the danger involved and cannot act appropriately in case of emergency.
- Older children should only be permitted to use fireworks under close adult supervision. Do not allow any running or horseplay
- Light fireworks outdoors in a clear area away from houses, dry leaves or grass and flammable materials.
- Keep a bucket of water nearby for emergencies and for pouring on fireworks that don’t go off.
- Do not try to relight or handle malfunctioning fireworks. Douse and soak them with water and throw them away.
- Be sure other people are out of range before lighting fireworks.
- Never ignite fireworks in a container, especially a glass or metal container.
- Keep unused fireworks away from firing areas.
- Store fireworks in a dry, cool place. Check instructions for special storage directions.
- Observe local laws.
- Never have any portion of your body directly over a firework while lighting.
- Don’t experiment with homemade fireworks.
Of course, the most important thing is parental supervision and implementation of these safe practices. Hopefully, we will sire fireworks and not fire engines this July 4th Holiday!
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