• Supervise children: Never allow young children to handle fireworks. Sparklers, which burn at 2,000°F, are the second leading cause of fireworks-related ER visits.

• Keep a bucket of water, hose, or fire extinguisher nearby when setting off fireworks.

• Use protective gear: Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes.

• Handle fireworks properly: Never hold fireworks in your hand or place any part of your body over them when lighting them or when they are lit.

• Maintain a safe distance: Never light fireworks inside, near people, or near buildings.

• Dispose of fireworks safely: After using fireworks, wait 30 minutes before handling. Then soak spent fireworks, misfires or duds in water for 24 hours to reduce risk of reignition or fires.