According to studies conducted by the Consumer Product Safety Commission an estimated 9600 injuries were reported in 2011 that were related to firework usage. Allegedly the 30 days that surround the 4th of July holiday see about 65% of the 9600 injuries. The most common source of firework accidents is the unexpected lighting or ignition of an explosive device.
Reportedly there were 4 deaths reported in 2011 from commercial grade or homemade fireworks. The CPSC stated that the majority of the accident with fireworks involved emergency room treatment and usually involve facial injuries. Lacerated burned or lost fingers are also a common injury when dealing with fireworks reports said and the CPSC urged consumers to exercise caution when lighting fireworks especially if using a homemade device.
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