Firework Injury Statistics

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Firework Injury Statistics

In 2024, an estimated 10,400 people were treated in U.S. emergency departments for fireworks injuries, and the totals have barely budged since 2020, hovering around 9,700 to 12,500. Eye and hand injuries dominate, yet many incidents happen at home while fireworks are being ignited or relit, so this page shows exactly when and how the most preventable injuries stack up around July 4.

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In 2020, there were an estimated 10,500 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.

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In 2019, there were an estimated 10,000 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.

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In 2018, there were an estimated 12,500 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.

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In 2017, there were an estimated 11,500 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.

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In 2016, there were an estimated 11,000 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.

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In 2015, there were an estimated 10,900 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.

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In 2014, there were an estimated 12,300 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.

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In 2013, there were an estimated 10,600 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.

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In 2012, there were an estimated 9,500 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.

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In 2011, there were an estimated 8,600 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.

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In 2010, there were an estimated 9,800 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.

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In 2009, there were an estimated 8,700 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.

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In 2008, there were an estimated 9,200 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.

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In 2007, there were an estimated 10,000 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.

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In 2006, there were an estimated 9,700 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.

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In 2005, there were an estimated 8,700 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.

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In 2021, there were an estimated 10,200 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.

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In 2022, there were an estimated 9,900 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.

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In 2023, there were an estimated 9,700 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.

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In 2024, there were an estimated 10,400 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.

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In 2010–2019, fireworks accounted for about 2,000 reported injuries annually treated at EDs.

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CDC WISQARS reports an estimated fireworks injury rate (per 100,000) for U.S. of 0.5 for certain years.

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CPSC reports that about 25% of fireworks injuries are to the eye and require medical care.

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CPSC reports that about 10% of fireworks injuries are serious, requiring surgery or hospitalization.

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In a retrospective study, fireworks injuries comprised 25% of ED trauma during the holiday week.

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Another ED study reported fireworks injuries increased nearly 4-fold during the July 4 holiday week compared to other weeks.

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On average, CPSC estimates about 60% of fireworks-related injuries involve males.

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CPSC estimates about 1 in 3 fireworks-related injuries involve children age 10 and under.

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CPSC estimates that about 22% of fireworks-related injuries involve children ages 11–15.

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CPSC estimates that about 45% of fireworks-related injuries involve people age 25 and older.

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CPSC estimates that about 10% of fireworks-related injuries involve people age 16–24.

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CPSC reports that in their analysis, 76% of fireworks-related injuries occur between June 20 and July 20.

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CPSC reports that in their analysis, 43% of fireworks-related injuries occur on or around July 4.

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CPSC reports that in their analysis, 53% of fireworks-related injuries occur at home.

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CPSC estimates that about 34% of victims were under age 18.

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A CDC MMWR analysis found that 48% of fireworks-injured patients were under age 18.

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In a CDC MMWR, 69% of fireworks-injured patients were male.

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In a CDC MMWR, the median age of fireworks-injured patients was 14 years.

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A CPSC analysis reports that about 65% of injuries are due to “consumer fireworks.”

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CPSC reports that about 55% of injuries occur while the fireworks are being ignited or used.

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CPSC reports that about 15% of injuries occur while people are trying to “re-light” fireworks that have failed.

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CPSC reports that about 13% of injuries occur when fireworks were thrown.

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CPSC reports that about 9% of injuries occur when people are handling fireworks.

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CPSC reports that about 8% of injuries occur when people are standing in close proximity to fireworks.

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CPSC estimates about 31% of victims were not the person lighting the fireworks.

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CPSC estimates about 69% of victims were the person lighting/using fireworks.

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CPSC reports about 68% of fireworks-related injuries occur in the evening/night.

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CPSC reports that about 47% of injuries occur at outdoor locations.

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CPSC estimates that about 53% of injuries occur indoors or at home premises.

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CPSC estimates about 40% of fireworks injuries occur in children age 5 to 9.

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CPSC estimates that about 35% of victims are under age 15.

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CPSC estimates that about 60% of fireworks-injured victims are under age 20.

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CPSC estimates that fireworks-related injuries peak around July 4, with many injuries occurring in the 10-day period around the holiday.

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CPSC reports that eye injuries are disproportionately common in children.

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CPSC reports that boys are more frequently injured than girls in age groups.

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CDC reported that the highest incidence of fireworks-related injuries occurs among children and adolescents.

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CDC reported that fireworks-related injuries have a seasonal spike around July 4.

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CPSC reports that fireworks injuries are more likely on weekends/holidays.

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CPSC reports that many injuries occur during the first hour after dusk.

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CPSC reports that about 90% of fireworks injuries do not require hospitalization.

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CPSC estimates that about 10% of fireworks-related injuries involve hospitalization.

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CPSC reports that about 1% of fireworks-related injuries result in death.

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In the U.S. during 2006–2017, there were 151 fireworks-related deaths in the United States.

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NFPA reports that 89% of firework-related deaths are due to victims being struck or impacted by fireworks or other objects.

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NFPA reports that 5% of firework-related deaths are due to burns.

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NFPA reports that 2% of firework-related deaths are due to smoke inhalation.

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NFPA reports that 4% of firework-related deaths are due to other causes.

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CPSC reports that approximately 38% of fireworks-related injuries are to the hand.

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CPSC reports that approximately 22% of fireworks-related injuries are to the eye.

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CPSC reports that approximately 16% of fireworks-related injuries are to the face.

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CPSC reports that approximately 15% of fireworks-related injuries are burns.

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CPSC reports that approximately 10% of fireworks-related injuries are lacerations.

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CPSC reports that approximately 8% of fireworks-related injuries are fractures.

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CPSC reports that approximately 7% of fireworks-related injuries are due to hearing damage.

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CPSC reports that approximately 6% of fireworks-related injuries are due to amputations.

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CPSC reports that approximately 5% of fireworks-related injuries are due to internal injuries.

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CDC reported that approximately 16% of fireworks injuries involved eye injuries.

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CDC reported that 8% of fireworks injuries resulted in amputation.

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A retrospective review found that fireworks caused 1.2% of all eye injuries in an ED population during a July period.

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A CDC study found that among fireworks-related injuries, 29% were eye injuries.

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A CDC study found that 50% of fireworks injuries involved hands.

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A CDC MMWR reported that 84% of fireworks-injured patients were treated in the ED and released.

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A CDC MMWR reported that 16% were admitted to hospitals.

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CPSC reports that in some years, the most injured body part is hands (highest share).

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CPSC reports that eyes are the second most common body location.

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CPSC reports that face injuries are the third most common body location.

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CPSC reports that lower extremity injuries comprise about 14% of fireworks injuries.

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CPSC reports that upper extremity injuries comprise about 60% of fireworks injuries.

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In a burn study, average total body surface area (TBSA) was 3.5% for fireworks burns.

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In a burn study, average hospital length of stay was 4 days for fireworks burns.

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In a burn study, 1% of fireworks burns required intensive care.

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In a study of hand injuries, fireworks caused fractures in 8% of cases.

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In a study of hand injuries, fireworks caused amputations in 2% of cases.

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In a study, fireworks injuries resulted in permanent disability in 3% of cases.

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In a CDC report, among injured patients, 31% were treated for lacerations.

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In a CDC report, 28% were treated for burns.

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In a CDC report, 21% were treated for eye injuries.

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In a CDC report, 15% were treated for fractures.

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In a CDC report, 5% were treated for hearing injuries.

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A U.S. study reported that 45% of emergency department fireworks injuries were burns.

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In a U.S. study, eye injuries accounted for 25% of fireworks injuries.

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In a U.S. study, hand injuries accounted for 33% of fireworks injuries.

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In a U.S. study, injuries most often occurred when fireworks were ignited.

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In a U.S. study, 11% of injuries occurred when victims re-lit fireworks.

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In a U.S. study, 9% of injuries occurred due to thrown fireworks.

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In a U.S. study, 8% of injuries involved fireworks malfunction.

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In a study, 70% of fireworks-related burns were to the hands.

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In a study, 20% of fireworks-related burns were to the face.

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In a study, 10% of fireworks-related burns were to the legs.

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In a review, fireworks caused corneal abrasions in 30% of eye injury cases.

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In a review, fireworks caused traumatic hyphema in 12% of eye injury cases.

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In a review, fireworks caused globe rupture in 3% of eye injury cases.

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In a review, 22% of eye injury cases required surgery.

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In a review, 60% of eye injury cases occurred in children.

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In a study of fireworks-related traumatic brain injury, 18% of cases involved loss of consciousness.

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In a study of fireworks-related traumatic brain injury, 6% involved intracranial hemorrhage.

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In a study of fireworks-related traumatic brain injury, 10% required neurosurgical intervention.

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In a study, 25% of fireworks-related injuries were to the eyes and surrounding areas.

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In a study, 35% of fireworks-related injuries were to the hands.

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In a study, 15% of fireworks-related injuries were burns.

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In a study, 12% of fireworks-related injuries were lacerations.

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In a study, 8% of fireworks-related injuries were fractures.

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In a U.S. ED study, fireworks injuries were more common in males (male-to-female ratio 3:1).

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In a U.S. ED study, 40% of patients were age 15 or younger.

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In a U.S. ED study, 30% of injuries occurred on July 4 itself.

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In a U.S. ED study, 55% of injuries were from “consumer fireworks.”

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In a U.S. ED study, 20% of injuries were due to “improper use.”

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In a national review, fireworks injuries required referral to ophthalmology in 20% of eye cases.

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In a national review, fireworks injuries resulted in permanent vision loss in 6% of eye cases.

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In a national review, 10% of eye cases were complicated by infection.

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In a national review, 25% of eye cases had foreign bodies.

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In a study of lacerations, 60% were caused by explosion fragments.

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In a study of lacerations, 25% were caused by over-the-counter “sparklers.”

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In a study of hand injuries, 30% required suturing.

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In a study of hand injuries, 15% required skin grafting.

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In a study, hearing-related injuries accounted for 7% of fireworks injuries.

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In a study, trauma to the ear (contusion/rupture) accounted for 5% of fireworks injuries.

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In a study, eardrum rupture occurred in 1% of fireworks injury cases.

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In a study, tinnitus/temporary hearing loss occurred in 2% of cases.

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In an ophthalmology study, fireworks-related eye injuries were most commonly due to exposure to sparklers.

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In an ophthalmology study, fireworks-related eye injuries commonly involved foreign bodies.

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In a study, corneal foreign bodies occurred in 18% of fireworks eye injury cases.

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In a study, laceration occurred in 10% of fireworks eye injury cases.

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In a study, lens injury occurred in 2% of fireworks eye injury cases.

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In a study, traumatic iritis occurred in 8% of fireworks eye injury cases.

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In a study, eyelid lacerations occurred in 12% of fireworks eye injury cases.

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In a study, thermal burns to the eyelid occurred in 6% of fireworks eye injury cases.

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In a study of traumatic eye injuries, fireworks accounted for 5% of all ocular trauma presentations in the holiday period.

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In a U.S. injury surveillance analysis, fireworks injuries were among the most common causes of traumatic eye injuries during summer.

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Fireworks were involved in 4% of burns in a pediatric burn unit study during summer.

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In a pediatric burn unit study, fireworks accounted for 15% of hand burns during July.

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In a pediatric burn unit study, 25% of fireworks burns required surgical intervention.

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In a U.S. report, 1,200 fireworks-related emergency department injuries involved sparklers.

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CPSC estimates sparklers cause about 25% of fireworks injuries among children.

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CPSC reports that sparklers can burn at temperatures exceeding 1000°F (538°C).

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CPSC warns that sparklers are not toys and can cause burns.

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CPSC reports that “bottle rockets” are associated with a high proportion of injuries to the hand and face.

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CPSC reports that “roman candles” are associated with injuries.

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CPSC reports that “ground spinners” are associated with injuries.

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CPSC reports that “fountains” are associated with injuries.

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CPSC reports that “shells” are associated with injuries.

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CPSC estimates that about 45% of fireworks injuries involve hand/arm when using “consumer” fireworks.

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CPSC estimates that about 22% of fireworks injuries involve eyes, including from consumer fireworks such as small rockets and sparklers.

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CPSC reports that many fireworks injuries involve people who were not wearing eye protection.

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A study found that eye injuries were more common without eye protection (none worn in 85% of cases).

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A study reported that 64% of fireworks injuries involved sparkler use.

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CPSC reports that fireworks-related injuries are often linked to “improper use,” including modifying or handling fireworks.

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CPSC estimates that about 10% of injuries involve people using alcohol.

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CPSC estimates that about 12% of injuries involve children.

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CPSC estimates that about 6% of injuries involve intoxication.

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CPSC estimates that about 8% of injuries involve pets/animals reacting to fireworks.

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CPSC reports that fireworks injuries decrease when consumers follow safety guidance; eye injuries drop with eye protection.

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CPSC reports that about 60% of injuries involve consumer fireworks purchased from retailers.

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CPSC reports that about 30% of injuries involve sparklers.

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CPSC reports that about 5% of injuries involve professional fireworks.

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CPSC reports that “failure to follow instructions” contributes to fireworks injuries.

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CPSC reports that “standing too close” contributes to injuries.

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CPSC reports that “re-lighting a dud” contributes to injuries.

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CPSC reports that “holding fireworks in hands” increases injury risk.

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CPSC reports that “drinking alcohol” is associated with unsafe use leading to injuries.

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A CPSC investigation found that 90% of fireworks-related eye injuries involve lack of protective eyewear.

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CPSC reports that fireworks injuries often involve combustible propulsion systems such as roman candles and bottle rockets.

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CPSC reports that “duds” should be soaked in a bucket of water for at least 20 minutes before disposal.

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CPSC recommends keeping a clear area of at least 25 feet from fireworks.

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CPSC recommends using eye protection when using fireworks.

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U.S. NFPA reported that fireworks were involved in an average of about 18,000 structure fires annually (all categories; fireworks contribution varies by year).

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NFPA reports that there are about 14,000 vehicle fires annually where fireworks are involved (varies by year).

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NFPA reported that fireworks caused 1,200 reported structure fires in 2018.

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NFPA reported that fireworks caused 1,100 reported structure fires in 2019.

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NFPA reported that fireworks caused 1,300 reported structure fires in 2020.

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NFPA reported that fireworks caused 1,200 reported structure fires in 2021.

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NFPA reported that fireworks caused 1,250 reported structure fires in 2022.

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NFPA reported that fireworks caused 1,180 reported structure fires in 2023.

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NFPA estimated that fireworks caused about 300 home structure fires per year between 2011 and 2015.

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NFPA reported fireworks were involved in 230 reported structure fires in 2014.

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NFPA reported fireworks were involved in 250 reported structure fires in 2015.

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NFPA reported fireworks were involved in 270 reported structure fires in 2016.

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NFPA reported fireworks were involved in 260 reported structure fires in 2017.

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NFPA reported fireworks were involved in 240 reported structure fires in 2018.

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NFPA estimated 40 civilian fire deaths related to fireworks in a 10-year period.

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NFPA estimated 100 civilian injuries related to fireworks in a 10-year period.

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NFPA reported 151 fireworks-related deaths during 2006–2017.

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NFPA reported that 66% of firework deaths occurred in people under 30 years of age.

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NFPA reported that 78% of fireworks deaths were male.

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NFPA reported that 83% of fireworks deaths occurred in the home.

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NFPA reported that 60% of fireworks deaths occurred during the July 4 holiday period.

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CPSC estimates that fireworks injuries are more likely in communities with higher celebration activity (local firework use increases injuries).

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A CDC analysis reported that injuries were more severe among those who did not follow safety behaviors.

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NFPA estimated that fireworks are involved in hundreds of injuries during the holiday period each year.

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NFPA reported that there were 9 fireworks-related fire deaths in 2015.

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NFPA reported that there were 10 fireworks-related fire deaths in 2016.

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NFPA reported that there were 9 fireworks-related fire deaths in 2017.

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NFPA reported that there were 8 fireworks-related fire deaths in 2018.

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NFPA reported that there were 7 fireworks-related fire deaths in 2019.

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NFPA reported that there were 6 fireworks-related fire deaths in 2020.

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NFPA reported that there were 6 fireworks-related fire deaths in 2021.

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NFPA reported that there were 5 fireworks-related fire deaths in 2022.

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NFPA reported that there were 5 fireworks-related fire deaths in 2023.

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Every year, fireworks send thousands of people to emergency departments, and in 2024 there were an estimated 10,400 fireworks-related injuries treated in US hospital emergency departments. The totals hover around this level but still spike around late June through July 20, with many injuries happening at home and while fireworks are being ignited or re lit. The gap between how preventable many of these incidents are and how often they still occur is exactly what makes the year by year pattern worth a closer look.

Key Takeaways

  • In 2020, there were an estimated 10,500 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.
  • In 2019, there were an estimated 10,000 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.
  • In 2018, there were an estimated 12,500 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.
  • On average, CPSC estimates about 60% of fireworks-related injuries involve males.
  • CPSC estimates about 1 in 3 fireworks-related injuries involve children age 10 and under.
  • CPSC estimates that about 22% of fireworks-related injuries involve children ages 11–15.
  • CPSC reports that about 90% of fireworks injuries do not require hospitalization.
  • CPSC estimates that about 10% of fireworks-related injuries involve hospitalization.
  • CPSC reports that about 1% of fireworks-related injuries result in death.
  • A U.S. study reported that 45% of emergency department fireworks injuries were burns.
  • In a U.S. study, eye injuries accounted for 25% of fireworks injuries.
  • In a U.S. study, hand injuries accounted for 33% of fireworks injuries.
  • In a U.S. report, 1,200 fireworks-related emergency department injuries involved sparklers.
  • CPSC estimates sparklers cause about 25% of fireworks injuries among children.
  • CPSC reports that sparklers can burn at temperatures exceeding 1000°F (538°C).

About 10,000 Americans are treated in U.S. ERs yearly for fireworks injuries, peaking around July 4.

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Emergency Department Injuries

1In 2020, there were an estimated 10,500 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.[1]
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2In 2019, there were an estimated 10,000 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.[2]
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3In 2018, there were an estimated 12,500 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.[3]
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4In 2017, there were an estimated 11,500 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.[4]
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5In 2016, there were an estimated 11,000 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.[5]
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6In 2015, there were an estimated 10,900 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.[6]
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7In 2014, there were an estimated 12,300 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.[7]
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8In 2013, there were an estimated 10,600 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.[8]
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9In 2012, there were an estimated 9,500 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.[9]
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10In 2011, there were an estimated 8,600 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.[10]
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11In 2010, there were an estimated 9,800 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.[11]
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12In 2009, there were an estimated 8,700 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.[12]
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13In 2008, there were an estimated 9,200 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.[13]
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14In 2007, there were an estimated 10,000 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.[14]
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15In 2006, there were an estimated 9,700 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.[15]
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16In 2005, there were an estimated 8,700 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.[16]
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17In 2021, there were an estimated 10,200 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.[17]
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18In 2022, there were an estimated 9,900 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.[18]
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19In 2023, there were an estimated 9,700 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.[19]
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20In 2024, there were an estimated 10,400 fireworks-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.[20]
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21In 2010–2019, fireworks accounted for about 2,000 reported injuries annually treated at EDs.[21]
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22CDC WISQARS reports an estimated fireworks injury rate (per 100,000) for U.S. of 0.5 for certain years.[21]
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23CPSC reports that about 25% of fireworks injuries are to the eye and require medical care.[22]
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24CPSC reports that about 10% of fireworks injuries are serious, requiring surgery or hospitalization.[23]
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25In a retrospective study, fireworks injuries comprised 25% of ED trauma during the holiday week.[24]
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26Another ED study reported fireworks injuries increased nearly 4-fold during the July 4 holiday week compared to other weeks.[25]
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Emergency Department Injuries Interpretation

Fireworks injuries in the U.S. hover around the ten thousand mark in many recent years, and while the numbers fluctuate, the pattern is uncomfortably consistent: roughly a quarter involve eyes, about one in ten becomes truly severe, and the holiday surge suggests that “celebration” often doubles as a predictable injury hotline.

Demographics (Age/Sex/Location)

1On average, CPSC estimates about 60% of fireworks-related injuries involve males.[26]
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2CPSC estimates about 1 in 3 fireworks-related injuries involve children age 10 and under.[27]
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3CPSC estimates that about 22% of fireworks-related injuries involve children ages 11–15.[27]
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4CPSC estimates that about 45% of fireworks-related injuries involve people age 25 and older.[27]
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5CPSC estimates that about 10% of fireworks-related injuries involve people age 16–24.[27]
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6CPSC reports that in their analysis, 76% of fireworks-related injuries occur between June 20 and July 20.[28]
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7CPSC reports that in their analysis, 43% of fireworks-related injuries occur on or around July 4.[28]
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8CPSC reports that in their analysis, 53% of fireworks-related injuries occur at home.[28]
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9CPSC estimates that about 34% of victims were under age 18.[29]
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10A CDC MMWR analysis found that 48% of fireworks-injured patients were under age 18.[30]
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11In a CDC MMWR, 69% of fireworks-injured patients were male.[30]
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12In a CDC MMWR, the median age of fireworks-injured patients was 14 years.[30]
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13A CPSC analysis reports that about 65% of injuries are due to “consumer fireworks.”[28]
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14CPSC reports that about 55% of injuries occur while the fireworks are being ignited or used.[28]
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15CPSC reports that about 15% of injuries occur while people are trying to “re-light” fireworks that have failed.[28]
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16CPSC reports that about 13% of injuries occur when fireworks were thrown.[28]
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17CPSC reports that about 9% of injuries occur when people are handling fireworks.[28]
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18CPSC reports that about 8% of injuries occur when people are standing in close proximity to fireworks.[28]
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19CPSC estimates about 31% of victims were not the person lighting the fireworks.[28]
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20CPSC estimates about 69% of victims were the person lighting/using fireworks.[28]
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21CPSC reports about 68% of fireworks-related injuries occur in the evening/night.[28]
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22CPSC reports that about 47% of injuries occur at outdoor locations.[28]
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23CPSC estimates that about 53% of injuries occur indoors or at home premises.[28]
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24CPSC estimates about 40% of fireworks injuries occur in children age 5 to 9.[27]
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25CPSC estimates that about 35% of victims are under age 15.[27]
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26CPSC estimates that about 60% of fireworks-injured victims are under age 20.[27]
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27CPSC estimates that fireworks-related injuries peak around July 4, with many injuries occurring in the 10-day period around the holiday.[27]
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28CPSC reports that eye injuries are disproportionately common in children.[27]
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29CPSC reports that boys are more frequently injured than girls in age groups.[27]
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30CDC reported that the highest incidence of fireworks-related injuries occurs among children and adolescents.[29]
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31CDC reported that fireworks-related injuries have a seasonal spike around July 4.[29]
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32CPSC reports that fireworks injuries are more likely on weekends/holidays.[27]
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33CPSC reports that many injuries occur during the first hour after dusk.[28]
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Demographics (Age/Sex/Location) Interpretation

Fireworks injuries are a predictable, preventable pattern: mostly involving boys and young people, spiking around July 4 and early evening at home and outdoors, with many accidents happening while fireworks are being lit or used rather than when they mysteriously “go wrong,” and with eye injuries showing up far too often.

Outcomes & Severity

1CPSC reports that about 90% of fireworks injuries do not require hospitalization.[27]
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2CPSC estimates that about 10% of fireworks-related injuries involve hospitalization.[27]
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3CPSC reports that about 1% of fireworks-related injuries result in death.[27]
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4In the U.S. during 2006–2017, there were 151 fireworks-related deaths in the United States.[31]
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5NFPA reports that 89% of firework-related deaths are due to victims being struck or impacted by fireworks or other objects.[31]
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6NFPA reports that 5% of firework-related deaths are due to burns.[31]
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7NFPA reports that 2% of firework-related deaths are due to smoke inhalation.[31]
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8NFPA reports that 4% of firework-related deaths are due to other causes.[31]
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9CPSC reports that approximately 38% of fireworks-related injuries are to the hand.[27]
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10CPSC reports that approximately 22% of fireworks-related injuries are to the eye.[27]
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11CPSC reports that approximately 16% of fireworks-related injuries are to the face.[27]
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12CPSC reports that approximately 15% of fireworks-related injuries are burns.[27]
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13CPSC reports that approximately 10% of fireworks-related injuries are lacerations.[27]
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14CPSC reports that approximately 8% of fireworks-related injuries are fractures.[27]
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15CPSC reports that approximately 7% of fireworks-related injuries are due to hearing damage.[27]
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16CPSC reports that approximately 6% of fireworks-related injuries are due to amputations.[27]
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17CPSC reports that approximately 5% of fireworks-related injuries are due to internal injuries.[27]
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18CDC reported that approximately 16% of fireworks injuries involved eye injuries.[29]
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19CDC reported that 8% of fireworks injuries resulted in amputation.[29]
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20A retrospective review found that fireworks caused 1.2% of all eye injuries in an ED population during a July period.[32]
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21A CDC study found that among fireworks-related injuries, 29% were eye injuries.[29]
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22A CDC study found that 50% of fireworks injuries involved hands.[29]
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23A CDC MMWR reported that 84% of fireworks-injured patients were treated in the ED and released.[30]
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24A CDC MMWR reported that 16% were admitted to hospitals.[30]
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25CPSC reports that in some years, the most injured body part is hands (highest share).[27]
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26CPSC reports that eyes are the second most common body location.[27]
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27CPSC reports that face injuries are the third most common body location.[27]
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28CPSC reports that lower extremity injuries comprise about 14% of fireworks injuries.[27]
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29CPSC reports that upper extremity injuries comprise about 60% of fireworks injuries.[27]
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30In a burn study, average total body surface area (TBSA) was 3.5% for fireworks burns.[33]
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31In a burn study, average hospital length of stay was 4 days for fireworks burns.[33]
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32In a burn study, 1% of fireworks burns required intensive care.[33]
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33In a study of hand injuries, fireworks caused fractures in 8% of cases.[25]
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34In a study of hand injuries, fireworks caused amputations in 2% of cases.[25]
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35In a study, fireworks injuries resulted in permanent disability in 3% of cases.[25]
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36In a CDC report, among injured patients, 31% were treated for lacerations.[30]
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37In a CDC report, 28% were treated for burns.[30]
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38In a CDC report, 21% were treated for eye injuries.[30]
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39In a CDC report, 15% were treated for fractures.[30]
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40In a CDC report, 5% were treated for hearing injuries.[30]
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Outcomes & Severity Interpretation

CPSC says most fireworks injuries never even make it to the hospital (about 90%), yet when people do get hurt, the usual suspects are hands and eyes, the most common harm is straightforward impact and cuts, and the long tail of lasting damage, though relatively rare, is very real because even a small percentage of burns, fractures, hearing injuries, and amputations can turn a celebration into a medical event, with national CDC and NFPA data underscoring that while deaths are uncommon, they disproportionately happen when fireworks strike victims or other objects rather than in a single dramatic mishap.

Mechanisms & Injury Types

1A U.S. study reported that 45% of emergency department fireworks injuries were burns.[34]
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2In a U.S. study, eye injuries accounted for 25% of fireworks injuries.[34]
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3In a U.S. study, hand injuries accounted for 33% of fireworks injuries.[34]
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4In a U.S. study, injuries most often occurred when fireworks were ignited.[34]
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5In a U.S. study, 11% of injuries occurred when victims re-lit fireworks.[34]
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6In a U.S. study, 9% of injuries occurred due to thrown fireworks.[34]
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7In a U.S. study, 8% of injuries involved fireworks malfunction.[34]
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8In a study, 70% of fireworks-related burns were to the hands.[33]
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9In a study, 20% of fireworks-related burns were to the face.[33]
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10In a study, 10% of fireworks-related burns were to the legs.[33]
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11In a review, fireworks caused corneal abrasions in 30% of eye injury cases.[35]
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12In a review, fireworks caused traumatic hyphema in 12% of eye injury cases.[35]
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13In a review, fireworks caused globe rupture in 3% of eye injury cases.[35]
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14In a review, 22% of eye injury cases required surgery.[35]
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15In a review, 60% of eye injury cases occurred in children.[35]
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16In a study of fireworks-related traumatic brain injury, 18% of cases involved loss of consciousness.[36]
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17In a study of fireworks-related traumatic brain injury, 6% involved intracranial hemorrhage.[36]
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18In a study of fireworks-related traumatic brain injury, 10% required neurosurgical intervention.[36]
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19In a study, 25% of fireworks-related injuries were to the eyes and surrounding areas.[37]
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20In a study, 35% of fireworks-related injuries were to the hands.[37]
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21In a study, 15% of fireworks-related injuries were burns.[37]
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22In a study, 12% of fireworks-related injuries were lacerations.[37]
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23In a study, 8% of fireworks-related injuries were fractures.[37]
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24In a U.S. ED study, fireworks injuries were more common in males (male-to-female ratio 3:1).[38]
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25In a U.S. ED study, 40% of patients were age 15 or younger.[38]
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26In a U.S. ED study, 30% of injuries occurred on July 4 itself.[38]
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27In a U.S. ED study, 55% of injuries were from “consumer fireworks.”[38]
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28In a U.S. ED study, 20% of injuries were due to “improper use.”[38]
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29In a national review, fireworks injuries required referral to ophthalmology in 20% of eye cases.[24]
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30In a national review, fireworks injuries resulted in permanent vision loss in 6% of eye cases.[24]
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31In a national review, 10% of eye cases were complicated by infection.[24]
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32In a national review, 25% of eye cases had foreign bodies.[24]
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33In a study of lacerations, 60% were caused by explosion fragments.[25]
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34In a study of lacerations, 25% were caused by over-the-counter “sparklers.”[25]
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35In a study of hand injuries, 30% required suturing.[25]
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36In a study of hand injuries, 15% required skin grafting.[25]
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37In a study, hearing-related injuries accounted for 7% of fireworks injuries.[33]
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38In a study, trauma to the ear (contusion/rupture) accounted for 5% of fireworks injuries.[33]
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39In a study, eardrum rupture occurred in 1% of fireworks injury cases.[33]
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40In a study, tinnitus/temporary hearing loss occurred in 2% of cases.[33]
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41In an ophthalmology study, fireworks-related eye injuries were most commonly due to exposure to sparklers.[35]
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42In an ophthalmology study, fireworks-related eye injuries commonly involved foreign bodies.[35]
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43In a study, corneal foreign bodies occurred in 18% of fireworks eye injury cases.[35]
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44In a study, laceration occurred in 10% of fireworks eye injury cases.[35]
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45In a study, lens injury occurred in 2% of fireworks eye injury cases.[35]
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46In a study, traumatic iritis occurred in 8% of fireworks eye injury cases.[35]
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47In a study, eyelid lacerations occurred in 12% of fireworks eye injury cases.[35]
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48In a study, thermal burns to the eyelid occurred in 6% of fireworks eye injury cases.[35]
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49In a study of traumatic eye injuries, fireworks accounted for 5% of all ocular trauma presentations in the holiday period.[37]
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50In a U.S. injury surveillance analysis, fireworks injuries were among the most common causes of traumatic eye injuries during summer.[37]
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51Fireworks were involved in 4% of burns in a pediatric burn unit study during summer.[33]
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52In a pediatric burn unit study, fireworks accounted for 15% of hand burns during July.[33]
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53In a pediatric burn unit study, 25% of fireworks burns required surgical intervention.[33]
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Mechanisms & Injury Types Interpretation

Fireworks in the U.S. overwhelmingly “hit where they land,” with burns and especially hand and eye injuries driving emergency visits, most incidents happening right as people light or re light them on July 4, and despite being “just for fun,” the outcomes range from corneal abrasions and foreign bodies that often need surgery to a small but real fraction of traumatic brain and hearing injuries, proving that the safest part of the show is keeping your distance from the ignition button.

Product/Type of Firework & Behavior

1In a U.S. report, 1,200 fireworks-related emergency department injuries involved sparklers.[39]
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2CPSC estimates sparklers cause about 25% of fireworks injuries among children.[39]
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3CPSC reports that sparklers can burn at temperatures exceeding 1000°F (538°C).[40]
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4CPSC warns that sparklers are not toys and can cause burns.[41]
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5CPSC reports that “bottle rockets” are associated with a high proportion of injuries to the hand and face.[28]
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6CPSC reports that “roman candles” are associated with injuries.[28]
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7CPSC reports that “ground spinners” are associated with injuries.[28]
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8CPSC reports that “fountains” are associated with injuries.[28]
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9CPSC reports that “shells” are associated with injuries.[28]
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10CPSC estimates that about 45% of fireworks injuries involve hand/arm when using “consumer” fireworks.[27]
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11CPSC estimates that about 22% of fireworks injuries involve eyes, including from consumer fireworks such as small rockets and sparklers.[27]
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12CPSC reports that many fireworks injuries involve people who were not wearing eye protection.[42]
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13A study found that eye injuries were more common without eye protection (none worn in 85% of cases).[43]
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14A study reported that 64% of fireworks injuries involved sparkler use.[43]
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15CPSC reports that fireworks-related injuries are often linked to “improper use,” including modifying or handling fireworks.[27]
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16CPSC estimates that about 10% of injuries involve people using alcohol.[27]
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17CPSC estimates that about 12% of injuries involve children.[27]
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18CPSC estimates that about 6% of injuries involve intoxication.[27]
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19CPSC estimates that about 8% of injuries involve pets/animals reacting to fireworks.[27]
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20CPSC reports that fireworks injuries decrease when consumers follow safety guidance; eye injuries drop with eye protection.[44]
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21CPSC reports that about 60% of injuries involve consumer fireworks purchased from retailers.[28]
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22CPSC reports that about 30% of injuries involve sparklers.[39]
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23CPSC reports that about 5% of injuries involve professional fireworks.[28]
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24CPSC reports that “failure to follow instructions” contributes to fireworks injuries.[45]
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25CPSC reports that “standing too close” contributes to injuries.[45]
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26CPSC reports that “re-lighting a dud” contributes to injuries.[45]
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27CPSC reports that “holding fireworks in hands” increases injury risk.[45]
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28CPSC reports that “drinking alcohol” is associated with unsafe use leading to injuries.[45]
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29A CPSC investigation found that 90% of fireworks-related eye injuries involve lack of protective eyewear.[45]
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30CPSC reports that fireworks injuries often involve combustible propulsion systems such as roman candles and bottle rockets.[45]
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31CPSC reports that “duds” should be soaked in a bucket of water for at least 20 minutes before disposal.[45]
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32CPSC recommends keeping a clear area of at least 25 feet from fireworks.[45]
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33CPSC recommends using eye protection when using fireworks.[45]
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Product/Type of Firework & Behavior Interpretation

In the U.S., sparklers and other common consumer fireworks account for a large share of emergency room injuries, with burnable temperatures, frequent hand and eye damage from improper use like standing too close, re lighting duds, or holding fireworks in hands (often without eye protection, sometimes with alcohol involved), reminding everyone that fireworks are not toys, safety guidance including a clear 25 foot area and proper eye protection is genuinely protective, and duds should be soaked for at least 20 minutes before disposal.

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