ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The fourth of July is around the corner, and while many are excited to celebrate with fireworks, safety should be a top priority. It is a time for celebration, family, and ...
There were 128 firework-related accidents in Ohio last year. On average, 10,000 Americans visit the emergency room for firework-related injuries, mainly comprising of burns to the hands or face.
In 2023, eight people were killed and another 9,700 were treated in emergency rooms for fireworks incidents throughout the nation, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Most of ...