Sadly, about a third of such injuries happen to children under 15. Fireworks accidents most commonly lead to injuries of the eyes, hands, fingers and head. The CPSC estimates fireworks contribute to more than 1,000 residential fires each year.
Fireworks are illegal in many states and strictly regulated in others.
While the CPSC and U.S. Customs Service stop millions of pounds of illegal fireworks from entering the country each year, this contraband still occasionally finds its way into consumers hands. Fireworks with no labels or no instructions are especially suspect. Report them to local police if you find them on sale. Report those using illegal fireworks. And don't purchase fireworks in one state and use them in another state where they are prohibited.