Fireworks Safety

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There is still a risk of injury with the use of legal sparklers. When lit, some sparklers can reach temperatures between 1,300 and 1,800 degrees - at least 200 degrees hotter than standard butane lighters. For safety tips, you can view or download the Fire Safety Tips flyer or read the news article "As New Year's Eve approaches, let's double-check: Are fireworks legal in Florida?"

FINALLY, To celebrate safely, Floridians who choose to use legal sparklers should follow these precautions:

  • Use sparklers and other legal novelties on a flat, hard surface. Do not light them on grass.

  • Use sparklers in an open area. Keep children and pets at least 30 feet away from all ignited sparklers.

  • Light only one item at a time and never attempt to re-light a "dud."

  • Don't use any unwrapped items or items that may have been tampered with.

  • Keep a fire extinguisher or water hose on hand for emergencies. It's a good idea to drop used sparklers in a bucket of water.

  • Only purchase fireworks from licensed vendors.

  • Never allow young children to play with or ignite fireworks.

  • Never have any portion of your body directly over a fireworks device when lighting the fuse.

  • Never carry sparklers in your pocket or shoot them off in metal or glass containers.