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 consume…
National Fireworks Safety Council Urges Parents to Be Mindful of Sparklers
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&#…
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 in…
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, spark…
