Out of all the injuries and burns sustained on Fourth of July, children suffer an estimated 30 percent of them. Sparklers, likely your child’s favorite do-it-yourself firecracker, are the culprit of most of the unfortunate injuries.
Teach your kids these do-it-yourself firecracker safety tips before heading out to play this July 4th!
- Never light a firecracker or sparkler without an adult nearby
- Only hold one sparkler at a time!
- Hold the sparkler at arm’s length – not close to your body.
- Running, throwing or jabbing a friend while holding a sparkler is a no-no!
- Dump used sparklers in a bucket of water to cool them off – they’re still hot even after going out.
- Stand at least 10 feet away from friends when playing with sparklers and firecrackers
- Got dry grass or pine straw in your yard? Don’t light sparklers and firecrackers near these areas!
- Keep your pet indoors. Loud noises can frighten your pet!
- Clean up after the fun! Sparklers and other do-it-yourself firecrackers can leave messes and hazards your parents and neighbors shouldn’t have to deal with!
- Enjoy your Fourth of July!
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