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   Jun 30, 2024 · The Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs says to stay safe if using fireworks this Canada Day weekend, but the best thing to do is leave it to the professionals.

2. www.consumerreports.org › outdoor-safety › fireworkFireworks Safety Tips - Consumer Reports

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   Jun 30, 2021 · Fireworks can be dangerous and disruptive—especially if you hear them for weeks on end. Consumer Reports offers firework safety tips for getting through the summer.

3. www.safewise.com › blog › fireworks-safety-guide13 Tips for Safely Lighting Off Fireworks this Summer - SafeWise

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   • Choose the right location. Keep fireworks outside. You should only use fireworks outdoors (including handheld sparklers). Only use fireworks in open, flat, inflammable, and sturdy spaces.
   • Designate a safety perimeter.
   • Wait for appropriate weather conditions. A windy day is a recipe for disaster when lighting fireworks. If it’s incredibly windy, postpone your fireworks show until the next day.
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5. www.lung.org › blog › fireworks-hidden-dangersThe Hidden Dangers of Fireworks | American Lung Association

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   Aug 19, 2024 · The tiny particles in firework smoke, known as particulate matter (PM), are harmful. Breathing them in can make you cough, irritate your lungs, and trigger asthma attacks. Particle pollution can also worsen existing lung diseases, and cause heart attacks, stroke, lung cancer and premature death.

6. www.nytimes.com › how-to-block-fireworks-noiseHow to Block Fireworks Noise for Adults, Kids, and Pets

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   Jun 25, 2024 · How to block out noise at a fireworks show. Any barrier you can safely place between your ears and the source of the sound will help, from a pair of regular, unplugged headphones to wadded-up ...

7. www.nsc.org › summer-safety › fireworksFireworks Safety Tips - National Safety Council

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   Do not try to re-light or handle malfunctioning fireworks. Soak both spent and unused fireworks in water for a few hours before discarding. Keep a bucket of water nearby to fully extinguish fireworks that don't go off or in case of fire. Never use illegal fireworks.

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   What happens if a fireworks show is windy?

   • A windy day is a recipe for disaster when lighting fireworks. If it’s incredibly windy, postpone your fireworks show until the next day. Strong winds can push sparks out of your safety perimeter and into neighboring houses, buildings, trees, and grass, which can cause fires. Gusts may also endanger you and your guests.

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   Can consumers set off fireworks on their own?

   • When asked how consumers can safely set off fireworks on their own, most firefighters and safety professionals agree: "They shouldn't," says Doug Stern, who spent 23 years as a Cincinnati firefighter and is now the director of strategic campaigns and media relations for the International Association of Fire Fighters.

   Fireworks Safety Tips - Consumer Reports

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   Should fireworks be left to the professionals?

   • The IAFF says fireworks should be left to the professionals. Every year more than 10,000 people are treated for fireworks-related injuries, and in 2019 fireworks started approximately 19,500 fires, according to the organization. Is Summer Air Pollution Making You Sick?

   Fireworks Safety Tips - Consumer Reports

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   How can I avoid random fireworks in my neighborhood?

   • While there's not much you can do to avoid random fireworks in your neighborhood, if they're common, Stern recommends reviewing your fire safety plan. If you live in a freestanding house, it's a good time to clear any brush from around it, he says.

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   Are fireworks safe?

   • But though it’s advised to leave the lighting of fireworks to the professionals, McMullen says there are things you can do to ensure your safety. Before you even purchase fireworks, check to ensure the regulations around their use in your city and even your province as the devices are still considered explosive and have led to injuries.

   Canada Day fireworks can come with risks. How to stay safe

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   Should you relight a firework?

   • Don't relight a dud. If a firework doesn't go off as expected, still consider it "lit" and douse it in water, Stern says. Douse every device after it's done burning, the CPSC says, to avoid a potential trash fire. Even sparklers are dangerous.

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9. peakalarm.com › fire-and-life-safety-for-fireworksFire and Life Safety for Fireworks Season | PEAK Alarm

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   Jul 3, 2023 · The integration of home alarm systems with smart devices adds an extra layer of safety during fireworks season. If and when your fire alarm goes off, your alarm system can coordinate with your smart thermostats to turn off your HVAC systems and stop the smoke from spreading.