Fireworks Injuries... Many parents feel that playing fireworks is a rite of passage for kids, that they will supervise their children, and they can play with fireworks safely. If you review real life reports of injuries from the CPSC you will see how, like other accidents, injuries from fireworks can't always be avoided unless you simply avoid playing with fireworks.
Are Sparklers Safe? Sparklers, which can reach about 2000°F, cause half of the injuries to children under age five though, and 10 percent of fireworks-related injuries overall. So even sparklers should be avoided.
Pet Precautions Most animals are frightened by fireworks. Pets that feel scared may react by running away from home, defecating indoors, or otherwise destroying property. Protect your pets on the fourth of July by taking some basic precautions.
- Don't take your pets to fireworks displays.
- Don't leave your pets in a car by themselves.
- Don't leave your pets unattended outside.
- During public fireworks displays, keep your pets in a safe place indoors where they won't be able to destroy anything. If your home isn't soundproof, you might want to leave the television or radio on so your pets won't hear the fireworks.
- Consult your veterinarian ahead of the holiday if your pets have a tendency to overreact to loud noises.
-Submitted by Capt. Chris Mailes, City of Santa Barbara Fire Department
SANTA BARBARA, CA - 6/29/2010 - This Sunday is the Fourth of July and the time we celebrate our Nation's freedom. The Santa Barbara City Fire Department and Office of Emergency Services would like to remind everyone that the City of Santa Barbara, including the County and Los Padres National Forest, does not allow possession, sales or use of fireworks in any form. The City of Santa Barbara has zero tolerance for fireworks; criminal action is guaranteed for those caught.
The Santa Barbara City Fire Department recommends attending the local professional fireworks public display at West Beach Fire Works and recommends the following:
- Find a location about a quarter mile away from the firing site.
- Keep an eye out for falling debris, potential spot fires and unexploded devices falling from the air.
- Do not allow your children to play with Sparklers. Although Sparklers are considered by many as the ideal "safe" firework for the young, the Sparkler burns at very high temperatures and can easily ignite clothing. Children cannot understand the danger involved and cannot act appropriately in case of emergency.
- Pets have sensitive ears. The explosions from overhead fireworks can be particularly uncomfortable for dogs.
- Leave you dogs at home if you are attending a public event.
- Consider bringing your animals inside if you live near a public fireworks show.
PARENTS SHOULD SUPERVISE THEIR CHILDREN AT ALL TIMES. Thousands of people, generally children and teenagers, are injured while playing with fireworks. The risk of burns, eye damage, hearing damage, the loss of fingers and debilitating hand injuries, fires and even death is not uncommon. Why run the risk, consider attending a professional event.
For more information click on The National Council on Fireworks Safety click for more information. |
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