Officials: Keep Things Safe over Independence Day

CHRISTUS Health urges fireworks safety ahead of Fourth of July

As the Fourth of July approaches, CHRISTUS Health is reminding families that fireworks, while a fun tradition on Independence Day, carry serious risks when not handled with care.

Officials: Keep things safe over Independence Day

Butte-Silver Bow Assistant Fire Chief Kelly J. Lee can't stress it enough — light your fireworks in an area where there's plenty of room.

'FIREWORKS ARE DANGEROUS': Officials share safety tips for Independence Day

Fireworks can be dangerous if used improperly.

Doctors warn of burns, amputations from fireworks mishaps

FARGO — As Fourth of July celebrations approach, emergency room doctors are preparing for one of the busiest times of the year. Dr. Chris Anderson, an emergency medicine physician at Essentia Health in Fargo, said fireworks injuries are among the most common incidents they see during the holiday. "Every year we do see some visits related to fireworks," Anderson said. Burns are the most frequent injury, but some cases are more severe. "We've see…

Our opinion: On Fireworks safety, common sense and common courtesy help greatly - The Examiner

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4th of July fireworks safety

LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- With the Fourth of July approaching, families across the region are preparing to celebrate with fireworks displays, but health experts are urging caution to prevent serious