Baby doll on fire, exploded watermelons show dangers of fireworks

You’ve heard this warning many times – probably every Fourth of July season of your lives.

If you are using illegal fireworks and something goes wrong do not hesitate to call for help.

Safety experts say the best advice is to leave professional grade fireworks to the professionals.

He also reminds parents that while sparklers may seem like innocent fun, they are also risky.

Above are fireworks shown following the Coke Zero 400 at Daytona International Speedway on July 6, 2013. Approximately percent of all fireworks injuries occur during the period surrounding the July 4th holiday.

When it comes to the safety aspects, Holland said it should always be under adult supervision. Be smart and be safe.

USA hospital emergency rooms saw an estimated 10,500 people for fireworks-related injuries in 2014.

The Fourth of July holiday weekend is the one three-day period during the year when many people are shooting off fireworks.

“Keeping a safe distance”, said Faragher, “really keeping an eye on children is important, because kids obviously get really excited about them”.

“Fireworks accidents can result in damage to property, devastating burns, injuries, even death”, said Mechele Agbayani Mills, President and CEO of BBB Serving Central East Texas.

People are able to light fireworks on neighborhood streets, but all fireworks that shoot into the air or move along the ground are illegal anywhere in California.

However, the American Pyrotechnics Association, a trade group for the fireworks industry, points out that the overall use of fireworks has become far more common since 1977.

A simple, handheld sparkler can burn at a temperature of 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit.

Legal (left) and illegal (right) fireworks displayed.

MI law requires fireworks never be used while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Gus Danielides, fire chief with the Whiting Fire Department, advises to have a fire extinguisher nearby, as well as a garden hose ready to spray water if needed.

Never hold, or light, more than one sparkler at a time.

While there is a ban on outdoor burning in Palo Pinto County, there is no ban on buying or using fireworks outside cities and towns where they are prohibited.