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With the Fourth of July a couple of days away, take some time and take a look at these tips for staying safe when busting out the fireworks:
Buy Legal Fireworks
Purchase only legal fireworks and use them as intended. Do not buy devices in plain paper wrappings. These are not intended for consumer use and are often used in commercial displays operated by professionals. Never twist fuses together or alter devices in any way.
Be Prepared
Keep a garden hose and a bucket of water close by in case of emergencies.
Stand BackStand to the side of a device as you light it. Never place any part of your body directly over the fuse, and only light one fuse at a time. Immediately back away to a safe distance once the fuse is lit, and keep spectators well away from the firing zone at all times.