It’s that time of year again. Friends and family gather around the barbeque for burgers and brats, beer and baseball. But as everyone knows, the 4 th of July is about Independence and, of course, the fireworks!
But with the big-bangs and dazzling colors, come fires and injuries. “Beware the rockets red glare,” should be the mantra that parents pass on to their children. And as always, Stop, Drop, and Roll in case anyone should have the misfortune of catching a-lite enjoying the fireworks.
Good ways to keep kids (and adults) safe this year include: (1) having a responsible adult handle the fireworks, (2) discuss the importance of firework safety with children, (3) be aware of the direction of the wind, (4) keep a garden hose near by, and (5) make sure to use legally sanctioned fireworks. Children should not play with fireworks, and any use of fireworks should be done by a responsible adult. Remember, children and fireworks do not mix!
