 | | Fireworks Safety |  |  | | Fireworks are an essential part of summer celebrations. When setting off your fireworks this summer, keep some of these safety tips in mind: |
Always have a responsible adult present
Only use fireworks outdoors
Dispose of fireworks properly by soaking them in water and then disposing of them in your trashcan
| Did you know........?
| Children under the age of 16 are prohibited from purchasing fireworks in the state of North Carolina
Illegal fireworks include: anything that explodes or is projected in the air, firecrackers, rockets, roman candles, and aerial fireworks
Legal fireworks include: snake and glow worms, smoke devices, such as smoke bombs, wire sparklers, trick noisemakers, including party poppers, string poppers, and snappers
| | For more information on fireworks safety, visit these sites: www.fireworksafety.com and www.nfpa.org |
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Last Updated ( Monday, 29 June 2009 )
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