Every Fourth of July, thousands of people are injured, because of fireworks.
Safety officials are once again reminding Americans to be careful this holiday,because fireworks are not only dangerous -- they are also deadly.
Every year, the Consumer Product Safety Commission displays on a graphic exhibit on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. A part of that exhibit is a video showing how fireworks can blow off a manniqin's head.
The CPSC said there were close to 6,000 reports of firework-related injuries around the Fourth of July last year.
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Two people died in fireworks accidents involving aerial shells.
"If you live in a state that allows fireworks, then use them responsibly. Never let a child use fireworks unsupervised, and you use them with an abundance of caution if you're using them with your family," the video warned.
Safety Rules When Lighting Fireworks
- Use fireworks outdoors only.
- Always have water handy.
- Never try to relight a "dud" firecracker. Wait 20 minutes and then soak it in a bucket of water.
- Always wear safety glasses when lighting fireworks.
- And do not ever use homemade fireworks.
Safety experts say that following these rules just might save your life.