Safety Tips

1. Always purchase fireworks from a reputable dealer.

2. Read and follow all warnings and instructions on the fireworks packaging.

3. Have an adult present when using fireworks.

4. Wear safety glasses when lighting fireworks.

5. Light one firework at a time and move away quickly after lighting it.

6. Never relight a “dud” firework (wait 15 to 20 minutes and then soak it in a bucket of water).

7. Never throw or point fireworks at another person or animal.

8. Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy in case of fire or other mishap.

9. Dispose of spent fireworks by wetting them down and placing them in a metal trash can away from any building or combustible materials until the next day when they are cool to the touch before disposing of them properly in your trash can or recycling bin.

10. Never experiment with homemade fireworks, as they can be extremely dangerous and unpredictable