JOHNSTON COUNTY
EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT DIVISION
Firework misuse or recklessness can result in serious, if not DEADLY injury.
- Deaths due to fireworks
- Fireworks caused 15,600 ER visits in 2020
- 66% of firework injuries occur around July 4th
Fireworks not only have a risk of causing injury, but also can start fires.
- Fireworks are responsible for 19,500+ fires each year
- Children under 5 account for OVER HALF of firework injuries
- Sparklers can burn 1,200 to 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit
While planning your festivities, don't forget about your neighbors.
- If you have neighbors who are elderly, veterans, or have young children reach out to them beforehand about your firework plans
- Don't forget the animals & pets in the neighborhood
Page last updated: June 3, 2024
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