July 2, 2025 Fire, emergency services offer advice for safer Fourth of July Booms, bangs and blasts are once again filling the evening air as folks across the country gear up to celebrate the Fourth of July.Holiday activities are sure to ramp up over the coming days. This, of course, includes fireworks. Many across the nation will use rockets, cakes, spinners, firecrackers
Dec. 31, 2024 Fireworks: Ring in New Year safely Fireworks are a staple of many celebrations around the world. While they add excitement and beauty to festivities, fireworks can also pose significant dangers if not handled properly.
June 26, 2024 Choose to celebrate safely this Independence Day While the Fourth of July holiday weekend can be perfect opportunity to relax and spend time with family and friends, this extended holiday weekend also has become one of the deadliest in the United States. From increases in drinking and driving to a dramatic spike in fireworks mishaps, most of the
July 3, 2023 Don’t get burned by fireworks This Fourth of July, people across America will be celebrating the nation’s birthday. Backyard picnics, family gatherings, food, drink and of course mom’s apple pie will be a treat. Fireworks will lighting up the sky around cities and towns.
June 30, 2023 Fireworks: Leave it to experts! The message each year is simple: be safe. If you want to see fireworks, go to a public show put on by experts. In addition, keep a close eye on children at events where fireworks are used.