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\nNews release from the Fort Wayne Fire Department:<\/p>\n

Fort Wayne Fire Department Promotes Safe, Responsible Fireworks Use<\/strong>
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\n(June 27, 2018) – The American traditions of parades, cookouts, and fireworks help us celebrate the summer season, especially our nation’s birthday on the Fourth of July. However, fireworks can turn a joyful celebration into a painful memory when children and adults are injured while using fireworks.
\nDid you know sparklers can reach 1,800 Degrees Fahrenheit – hot enough to melt gold? The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Fireworks Injury Report estimates that in 2016 approximately 11,100 people were treated in hospital emergency rooms for injuries associated with fireworks. More than half of the injuries were burns, and most of the injuries involved the hands and fingers; head, face, and ears; legs; eyes and arms. Children and young adults under the age of 15 accounted for more than 31 percent of the estimated injuries. Research also found that males of all ages experienced 61 percent of the estimated injuries.
\nSafety is always the key to any activity and this includes fireworks. For your safety as well as that of your loved ones, neighbors and the community, the Fort Wayne Fire Department suggests you enjoy your fireworks at a professional event. If you do purchase fireworks for private use, the FWFD encourages you to use them responsibly and take the necessary safety precautions.<\/p>\n