Protecting Children From Firework-Related Injuries, Burns

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This article is about keeping children safe from fireworks and sparklers. It describes how many parents let kids help with fireworks, but not all follow safety rules. Only one in five parents make sure kids stay 100 feet away from aerial fireworks. Sparklers can burn at over 1000 degrees, causing serious injuries if not handled properly. Safety tips include using legal fireworks, wearing eye protection, and having water nearby for emergencies. Parents should consider their child's age and maturity before allowing them to use sparklers and ensure they follow all safety measures to prevent burns or injuries.

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Focus Area: Trauma

Audience: Families & Children

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Burns; Consumer Product Safety; Emergency Medical Services; Eye Injuries; Safety

Institutions: University of Michigan

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