While most fireworks injuries do occur during the July 4th holiday, many injuries also happen during Labor Day, New Years Eve, Christmas, and Mardi Gras.
Sparklers are the second highest cause of fireworks injuries that require hospitalization.
Most of these injuries occur among preschool-age children. Most fireworks contain gunpowder which causes these devices to explode. Anything higher and the fireworks may be compared to an explosive bomb. Because fireworks are unpredictable, injuries can occur even if the person is careful or under supervision. The best way to avoid injury is not to use fireworks.