As the weekend preparation for the 4^th of July begins, with it come many concerns over firework safety and handling, especially due to the fact that this holiday lands in the middle of a hot and dry Summer.

The National Safety Council set out a few reminders and we would like to share those with you;

• First and foremost, never light fireworks in an area where they are not permitted, boundaries are implemented because of high fire risk
• Do not allow children to handle, light or hold fireworks, even sparklers, as the majority of burn victims that are admitted into a hospital this day are small children
• Older kids and even adults should acquire a partner for supervision when lighting fireworks to prevent any unforeseen accidents
• Never handle fire or fireworks while impaired by alcohol or drugs
• Always keep water buckets and your water hose nearby
• Do not try to relight a malfunctioned firework, pour water over it to safely extinguish
• Remember with fireworks that what goes up must come down, and those embers can stay lit and land on your roof

We hope you practice these safety measures and have a happy 4^th of July!