Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Photograph by Anya Kubilus/Getty Images In my neighborhood, firework safety is at the forefront of everyone's minds this summer, ...

Hochul says fireworks pose a major risk and are known to cause thousands of injuries every year, especially in young people, and typically happen in the weeks surrounding Independence Day. "While ...

Thousands of preventable injuries and even deaths are caused by the careless use of fireworks each year. Sparklers, often given to children, burn at over 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit and can cause serious ...

As America celebrates its historic 250th Independence Day, millions of families will gather to enjoy one of the nation’s most enduring traditions—fireworks. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ...

Families across the state are preparing to celebrate the Fourth of July this weekend with parades, concerts, and firework displays. SEE MORE: Fireworks, concerts and parades return across Oklahoma for ...

As the holiday weekend approaches, officials with both the USDA and local fire districts are urging community members to be careful while lighting fireworks and serving food. Recent data shows that ...

DENHAM SPRINGS, La. — A fireworks vendor with 50 years of experience says this Fourth of July season stands out, and so do the safety risks that come with it. John Marietta has sold fireworks for 50 ...

Americans have a lot to celebrate this weekend. Not only is it the 4th of July, but it’s America’s 250th birthday. That means a day known for its raucous fireworks displays is going to end with a bang ...

ENTERPRISE, Ala. (WDHN) — With Independence Day coming up this weekend, Enterprise Fire Chief Christopher Davis is encouraging residents to practice firework safety during the holiday. Chief Davis ...

BOSSIER CITY, La. — Fire officials across the ArkLaTex are reminding residents to play it safe this holiday weekend. Here are important laws and safety guidelines regarding fireworks ahead of ...

ALBANY, N.Y. — Governor Kathy Hochul is sharing firework safety tips ahead of July 4th and America's 250th anniversary. RELATED: Here's where you can watch fireworks Hochul says fireworks pose a major ...