Firework Safety Tips
From
Borough of Crafton
Sent
Thu, Jul 3 @ 9am
Description
The Crafton Fire Marshall shares this reminder to all residents on Firework Safety!
FIREWORKS are often used to mark special events and holidays. The only safe way to view fireworks is to attend a professional show. It is important to know that fireworks are not safe in the hands of consumers. Fireworks cause thousands of injuries each year.
A few ideas to get into the patriotic spirit, without fireworks:
1. Use glow sticks, they glow in the dark and are a safe alternative to a sparkler. Fun for
all ages.
2. Loud and proud. Noise makers are sure to make a statement. They can be found at local
party supply stores or make your own.
3. Outdoor movie night. Set up a screen and projector. Don't forget the bug spray!
4. Red, white and blue silly string ... fun for all ages.
5. Make a patriotic craft with the family.
6. Throw a birthday party for the USA, and don't forget the cake.
FACTS
• More than 31,000 reported fires are started by fireworks annually.
• Burns account for 38% of the 7,400 injuries treated in emergency rooms in the month around July 4.
• Half of the fireworks injuries at emergency rooms were extremities; hand, finger, or leg. One-third were
to the eye or other parts of the head.
• Children younger than 15 years old accounted for 28% of the estimated fireworks injuries.
• Sparklers account for 29% of fireworks injuries for children under the age of 5 treated in emergency rooms in the month around July 4.
This notification was posted by Borough of Crafton. Borough of Crafton is solely responsible for this notification and unless specifically indicated, no other community or individual utilizing Savvy Citizen is sponsoring, responsible for, or endorsing this notification.
