The National Council on Fireworks Safety recommends "common sense" safety. Below are some safety precautions that should be used when using fireworks this season.
1. Report illegal explosives, like M-80s and quarter sticks, to the fire or police department.
2. Avoid using homemade fireworks or illegal explosives:They can kill you!
3. Soak spent fireworks with water before placing them in an outdoor garbage can.
4. Never relight a "dud" firework. Wait 20 minutes and then soak it in a bucket of water.
5. Wear safety glasses whenever using fireworks.
6. Alcohol and fireworks do not mix. Save your alcohol for after the show.
7. Obey local laws. If fireworks are not legal where you live, do not use them.
8. Know your fireworks. Read the caution label before igniting.
9. Always have water ready if you are shooting fireworks.
10. Fireworks should only be used outdoors.
11. Parents should not allow young children to handle or use fireworks.
12. Parents and caretakers should always closely supervise teens if they are using fireworks.
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