The National Council on Fireworks Safety is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization whose sole mission is to educate the public on the safe and responsible use of consumer fireworks. For a full list of consumer fireworks safety tips and a safety video, please visit http://www.FireworksSafety.org.
National Council on Fireworks Safety Encourages Safe and Fun Fourth of July Celebrations
WASHINGTON, June 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ –The number of Americans planning to use backyard fireworks this Fourth of July is expected to hit an all-time high. In preparation for holiday celebrations, The National Council on Fireworks Safety (NCFS) encourages consumers to review all safety tips before purchasing and using fireworks. Logo – http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160622/382329LOGO "Every year, safety […]
National Council on Fireworks Safety Offers Tips for Responsible New Year's Celebrations
WASHINGTON, Dec. 28, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — New Year's Eve is a wonderful time to celebrate the start of a new year. And fireworks are a wonderful way of celebrating. However, fireworks and alcohol don't mix! If you are at a party for New Year's Eve where consumer fireworks are being shot, make sure that there […]
Safety tips and video are available online to promote the safe and responsible use of fireworks this holiday WASHINGTON, Oct. 30, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Fireworks are not just for celebrating the 4th of July anymore says Nancy Blogin, President of the National Council on Fireworks Safety. Some cities and states allow their use by consumers […]
What Consumers Need to Know Before Buying Fireworks
National Council on Fireworks Safety Warns of Dangers of Illegal Explosives and Professional Fireworks WASHINGTON, June 22, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Everyone enjoys fireworks, especially in the festive Fourth of July season. But consumers need to be careful about where they buy their fireworks. The National Council on Fireworks Safety (NCFS) recommends that you only buy consumer […]
National Council on Fireworks Safety Offers Tips for Responsible New Year's Celebrations
WASHINGTON, Dec. 29, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — New Year's Eve is a wonderful time to celebrate the start of a new year. And fireworks are a wonderful way of celebrating. In 2013, there were reports of injuries caused by consumers taking fireworks apart and modifying them, and of children being hurt by having unsupervised access to consumer […]
National Council on Fireworks Safety Recommends "Common Sense" Safety Tips for New Yorkers
NEW YORK, Dec. 19, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Using consumer fireworks on New Years is a tradition. And it can be safe if a few common sense rules are followed, says Nancy Blogin, the President of the National Council on Fireworks Safety. Consumer fireworks go through vigorous third party testing in China before being shipped to […]
WASHINGTON, June 25, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Using consumer fireworks on our nation's birthday is as traditional as cookouts and parades. And it is equally safe if a few common sense rules are followed, says Nancy Blogin, President of National Council on Fireworks Safety. "We want consumers to be safe from beginning to end when enjoying […]
WASHINGTON, Dec. 27, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — New Year's Eve is a wonderful time to celebrate the start of a new year. And fireworks are a wonderful way of celebrating. However, all too often, New Year's Eve festivities can lead to too much drinking. Just like drinking and driving do not mix, drinking and shooting consumer […]
WASHINGTON, June 27, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Using consumer fireworks on our nation's birthday is as traditional as cookouts and parades. And it is equally safe if a few common sense rules are followed, says Nancy Blogin, President of the National Council on Fireworks Safety. While one injury is too many, the rate of injury per […]
WASHINGTON, Dec. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Using consumer fireworks on New Years is a tradition. And it can be safe if a few common sense rules are followed, says Ralph Apel, the spokesperson for the National Council on Fireworks Safety. Consumer fireworks go through vigorous third party testing in China before being shipped to the United […]
July 4th Fireworks Safety Starts with Common Sense Tips at www.FireworksSafety.org
WASHINGTON, June 15, 2012 — Using consumer fireworks on our nation's birthday is as American as apple pie, backyard barbecues and parades on Main Street. And it is equally safe if a few common sense rules are followed, says Nancy Blogin, President of the National Council on Fireworks Safety. Nancy notes that thanks to testing […]
Fireworks Safety Tips for Michigan Residents
WASHINGTON, Jan. 11, 2012 — Consumer fireworks are a wonderful way to celebrate holidays. But they must be used carefully! With the State of Michigan now expanding the available selection of consumer fireworks for its residents, the National Council on Fireworks Safety urges consumers to be fireworks smart, before, during and after their consumer fireworks […]
Be Fireworks Smart Before, During and After Your Consumer Fireworks Display
WASHINGTON, Jan. 2, 2012 — Consumer fireworks are a wonderful way to celebrate holidays. But they must be used carefully! With the opening of Maine to the sale of consumer fireworks, the National Council on Fireworks Safety urges consumers to be fireworks smart before, during and after their consumer fireworks display. Before: Choose an open […]
Alcohol and Fireworks Don't Mix: National Council Offers Safety Tips (www.FireworksSafety.org)
WASHINGTON, Dec. 19, 2011 — New Year's Eve is a wonderful time to celebrate the start of a new year. And fireworks are a wonderful way of celebrating. However, all too often, New Year's Eve festivities can lead to too much drinking. Just like driving and drinking do not mix, shooting consumer fireworks and drinking […]
WASHINGTON, June 16, 2011 — Using consumer fireworks on our nation's birthday is as traditional as cookouts and parades. And it is equally safe if a few common sense rules are followed, says Dr. John Steinberg, a member of the Board of Directors of the National Council on Fireworks Safety. But he notes, according to […]
Alcohol and Fireworks Don't Mix, Warns National Council on Fireworks Safety
WASHINGTON, Dec. 21, 2010 — New Year's Eve is a wonderful time to celebrate the start of a new year. And fireworks are a wonderful way of celebrating! However, all too often, New Years Eve festivities involve excess alcohol. Just like driving and drinking do not mix, shooting consumer fireworks and drinking absolutely do not […]
Be Fireworks Smart Before, During and After Your Consumer Fireworks Display
PHOENIX, Dec. 1, 2010 — Consumer fireworks are a wonderful way to celebrate holidays. But they must be used carefully! The National Council on Fireworks Safety urges consumers to be fireworks smart before, during and after their consumer fireworks display. Before: Choose an open area away from spectators, homes and buildings and dry vegetation. Use […]
National Council on Fireworks Safety Urges Parents to Be Sparkler Smart
Sparklers Are Safe When Used Correctly WASHINGTON, June 18, 2010 — Using sparklers on our nation's birthday is as traditional as cookouts and parades. And it is equally safe if a few common sense rules are followed, says Nancy Blogin, President of the National Council on Fireworks Safety. But she notes, according to the U.S. […]
Alcohol and Fireworks Don't Mix! Warns National Council on Fireworks Safety
WASHINGTON, Dec. 28, 2009 — New Year's Eve is a wonderful time to celebrate the start of a new year. And fireworks are a wonderful way of celebrating. However, all too often, New Year's Eve festivities involve excess alcohol. Just like driving and drinking do not mix, shooting consumer fireworks and drinking absolutely do not […]
National Fireworks Safety Council Urges Parents to Be Mindful of Sparklers
Sparklers Are Safe When Used Correctly WASHINGTON, June 22, 2009 — Using sparklers on our nation's birthday is as traditional as cookouts and swimming and is equally safe if a few common sense rules are followed. But according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ("CPSC"), approximately 16% of all consumer fireworks injuries are caused […]
Know Your Fireworks! Consumers Warned of Dangers of Illegal Explosives and Professional Fireworks
WASHINGTON, June 22, 2009 — Everyone enjoys fireworks, especially in the festive Fourth of July season. But some devices can be dangerous. The National Council on Fireworks Safety recommends that you only buy consumer fireworks from a licensed store, tent or stand. Never buy fireworks from an individual's house or from someone on the street. […]
National Council on Fireworks Safety Urges Caution with Sparklers
WASHINGTON, Dec. 30, 2008 — According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ("CPSC"), approximately 16% of all consumer fireworks injuries are caused by sparklers burning hands and legs, with the majority of sparkler injuries occurring to young children. In fact, sparkler injuries accounted for 1/3 of all firework injuries to children 5 years or […]
National Fireworks Group Urges Caution with Sparklers
WASHINGTON, June 25, 2008 — According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ("CPSC"), approximately 16% of all consumer fireworks injuries are caused by sparklers burning hands and legs, with the majority of sparkler injuries occurring to young children. In fact, sparkler injuries accounted for 1/3 of all firework injuries to children 5 years or […]
WASHINGTON, June 18, 2008 — Everyone enjoys fireworks, particularly in the festive Fourth of July season. But some devices can be dangerous. The National Council on Fireworks Safety recommends that you only buy consumer fireworks from a licensed store or stand. Never buy firework devices from an individual's house, or out of someone's car. Such […]
This New Year the National Council on Fireworks Safety Urges Parents to Be Mindful of Sparklers
WASHINGTON, Dec. 26, 2007 — According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ("CPSC"), approximately 16% of all consumer fireworks injuries are caused by sparklers burning hands and legs, with the majority of sparkler injuries occurring to young children. In fact, sparkler injuries accounted for 1/3 of all firework injuries to children 5 years or […]
WASHINGTON, June 19, 2007 — Everyone enjoys fireworks, particularly in the festive Fourth of July season. But some fireworks can be dangerous. The National Council on Fireworks Safety recommends that you only buy consumer fireworks from a licensed store or stand. Never buy fireworks from an individual's house, or from someone on the street. Such […]
National Safety Group Encourages Safe and Responsible Use of Fireworks this Holiday Season
WASHINGTON, Dec. 27, 2004 — This holiday season Americans will send out the old and welcome in the new with a display of colors, noise and brightness. The National Council on Fireworks Safety encourages everyone to enjoy the holiday season safely and responsibly. Whether living in cold climates or warm, the use of consumer fireworks […]
