Fireworks Safety This Independence Day | San Antonio News

As the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, fireworks sales are exploding — even drawing in first-time buyers for backyard shows. But fire officials are sounding the alarm: DIY displays are dangerous, with thousands injured last year — mostly hands and fingers — and sparklers hotter than ovens. Safety experts urge: use flat, non-flammable surfaces, keep sober adults in charge, never relight duds (soak them in water), and douse everything after use. The safest bet? Attend a professional show — but if you insist on going solo, plan ahead and stay alert — because once lit, fireworks move fast. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bae2ea88f13d4183