Fireworks This 4th? Think Twice | Texas News

With the Fourth of July fast approaching, federal officials are sounding the alarm over skyrocketing fireworks injuries—13,000 ER visits and 15 deaths last year, mostly burns on hands and fingers, with teens and young adults hit hardest. Illegal fireworks caused more than half of all hospitalizations despite making up just 14% of cases. With wildfires and droughts raging across the country, the fire risk is even higher. Experts urge: keep water nearby, never relight duds (just soak and toss), keep sparklers away from kids, and skip DIY fireworks—go to a professional show instead. Some cities, like Colorado Springs, have canceled all public displays due to extreme fire danger. Check local rules before lighting anything—stay safe, celebrate responsibly, and avoid the ER. 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/f4958e9c992267ee