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   Can Fireworks cause a fire?

   • Always check first with your municipality for any fire bans. Fireworks produce sparks that could cause a fire during hot and dry weather and may be included in the fire ban. Consumer fireworks are designed for outdoor recreational use by members of the public. Consumer fireworks include Roman candles, fountains, wheels, volcanoes, and mines.

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   Can fireworks spark wildfires?

   • McMullen adds that fireworks also can start fires on property or spark wildfires — another reason to be aware of weather conditions, including how dry the environment is. “Fires start with one ember, one spark. These devices that we’re talking about today, fireworks will put off those embers and those sparks that we’re talking about,” he said.

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

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   Should you attend public fireworks shows?

   • If you’re unsure about handling fireworks or want to enjoy a firework display, it’s best to attend public fireworks shows conducted by trained professionals. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), fireworks caused an estimated 19,500 fires in 2018.

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   Are fireworks illegal?

   • There are more firework-related fires in the US than you would expect from such a novelty item. The problem is that the legal commercial sale of fireworks puts them in the hands of pretty much anyone. Also, kids can easily get hold of them illegally. The NFPA reports that in 2018 alone, 19,500 reported fires were the result of fireworks.

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   Should you light fireworks on your property?

   • The first is that families decide to light fireworks on their property, such as in the yard, and aren’t far enough away from the home. Fireworks that shoot off in the wrong direction could hit a house or outbuilding and start a fire that way.

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   Should you buy a set of fireworks for a big celebration?

   • If you buy a set of fireworks for a big celebration. You need to be sure that they are in a secure location where there are no fire risks. You may have seen footage online of the scale of the infernos and explosions that occur when fireworks storage facilities and factories catch fire.

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2. firefighterline.com › do-fireworks-cause-firesDo Fireworks Cause Fires? Separating Fact from Fiction

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   May 16, 2023 · There are several ways that fireworks can start a house fire. One of the most common is landing on a roof or in a gutter. Dry leaves, branches, and other debris can easily catch fire if they are hit by a spark or flame from a firework.

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   Oct 16, 2021 · There are a few ways that this can happen. The first is that families decide to light fireworks on their property, such as in the yard, and aren’t far enough away from the home. Fireworks that shoot off in the wrong direction could hit a house or outbuilding and start a fire that way.

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   Each July Fourth, thousands of people, most often children and teens, are injured while using consumer fireworks.

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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.

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   Planning to use fireworks this summer? Always check first with your municipality for any fire bans. Fireworks produce sparks that could cause a fire during hot and dry weather and may be included in the fire ban. Consumer fireworks are designed for outdoor recreational use by members of the public.

8. www.lung.org › blog › fireworks-hidden-dangersThe Hidden Dangers of Fireworks | American Lung Association

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   Aug 19, 2024 · The amount of pollution depends on how big the fireworks are, how long they last, and the weather conditions at the time. Fireworks can also start wildfires, creating even more smoke and making air pollution worse.

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   Jul 3, 2023 · In 2021 alone, the National Fire Protection Association found that there were over 12,000 fires started due to fireworks. Fire isn’t the only danger associated with fireworks, pollution and air...