06/06/2026
It's Fireworks Awareness Month, and here's your tip for the day! Sparklers burn at about 2,000 degrees – hot enough to melt some metals - they're a lot more dangerous than most people think. They can quickly ignite clothing, and children have gotten severe burns from dropping sparklers on their feet. According to the National Fire Protection Association, sparklers alone account for more than 25% of emergency room visits for fireworks injuries. For children under 5 years of age, sparklers accounted for nearly half of the total estimated injuries. Especially for children, consider using safer alternatives, like glow sticks, confetti poppers or colored streamers.
https://www.nfpa.org/downloadable-resources/safety-tip-sheets/fireworks-safety-tips
