
The Fourth of July holiday is a time when family and friends get together to celebrate America’s birth and make great memories.
Across the country, people will gather to enjoy the weather, grill their favorite foods and illuminate the night sky with fireworks. These activities each have their own risks to consider, and you’ll enjoy them so much more knowing that your family is safe. Take these precautions this Fourth of July to make your holiday a (safe) blast!
The most unique risk associated with the Fourth of July is related to fireworks. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), 9,700 people in the U.S. were treated for firework-related injuries in 2023. The CPSC reports that most of those injuries, 35%, were to hands and fingers. Listed below are some of the CPSC’s recommended firework safety tips to keep in mind.
Aside from fireworks, the Fourth of July is the perfect time to fire up the grill. We have covered general grill safety tips in other articles to help you understand how to move a grill, how to clean a grill and how to ensure you’re fully cooking your food.
There are some safety measures you can take to reduce the risk of grill fires as well. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), states that July is the peak month for grill fires in the U.S., and they provide several useful grill safety tips.
Another topic to consider when spending the day outside is sun safety. Whether you’re soaking up rays by the pool or playing lawn games all day, long-term exposure to the sun is no joke. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration provides some great ideas on how to stay safe while enjoying the outdoors this Fourth of July.
Use sunscreen on all uncovered skin including your ears, nose, feet, neck and hands. If you don’t have much hair, apply sunscreen to the top of your head or wear a hat.
Celebrate safely and have a great Fourth of July!
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