It s almost time for people to gather outside to watch the sky fill with explosive lights and colors. Although watching fireworks is fun and exciting, Fort Worth residents should not take fireworks lightly they are explosives. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, about 7,000 Americans were treated for fireworks-related injuries in 1998. It s really important to let the professionals do it because without the proper training, lighting your own fireworks may lead to injuries.
Children love fireworks, but that excitement can turn to tragedy in an instant.
Most fireworks-related injuries involve the hands, fingers, eyes or head and can sometimes result in amputations, blindings or even death. More than half of fireworks-related injuries involve burns. Using fireworks within city limits is illegal in many cities, including the City of Fort Worth. Do not allow young children to play with fireworks under any circumstances. Tell children that they should leave the area immediately if their friends are using fireworks.