| With warmer weather, public fireworks displays attract thousands
of spectators every year. These licensed and inspected events afford
Marylanders a safe and pleasurable way to celebrate. Often, however,
people are tempted to use legal or even illegal fireworks. The following
tips can help Marylanders enjoy fireworks – safely!
• Plan to attend one of hundreds of licensed and inspected public
fireworks displays held annually across Maryland.
• Remember, the only fireworks allowed for personal use in
Maryland are snap n' pops, party poppers, black snakes, goldlabeled
sparklers, and ground-based sparkling devices.
• If allowing children to participate, they should only use legal
fireworks with close adult supervision. Make sure to keep sparklers
away from the body and loose fitting clothing. Read and
follow the instructions on the sparkler package! Sparklers burn
at approximately 1,200°F.
• Never mix alcohol and fireworks. The combination can be
deadly.
• Fully extinguish remains of fireworks in water before disposal.
• All fireworks are banned in Baltimore City, Prince George's
County, and Montgomery County. The town of Ocean City,
Howard County, and Harford County have also specifically prohibited
ground-based sparkling devices.
By following these simple safety tips, Marylanders can avoid
injury and enjoy a wonderful July 4th holiday and summer season.
Story courtesy of MIEMSS and the Maryland State Fire Marshall's Office.
Local 4th of July Fireworks:
Carroll County Agriculture Center-- July 4th at 9:30pm
Frederick (Baker Park)-- July 4th at dusk
Columbia- Lake Front-- July 4th at 9:30pm |
