Dry Weather & Fireworks DON'T MIX

The weather forecast for Fairfield and surrounding communities continues to indicate Hot High Temperatures through Saturday evening. The Fire Danger level is currently Moderate so please do not leave any outdoor fires unattended.

The following information is provided by the National Safety Council concerning Safety Over the July 4 Holiday.
Read below or click on the following link:

https://www.nsc.org/community-safety/safety-topics/seasonal-safety/summer-safety/fireworks?srsltid=AfmBOooqpmLjuIrxXvcCvM2hDp2dSi0Xsdp3dtGWLXqdhh8ZuLS1yWZX#/

"Summer is synonymous with barbecues, parades and fireworks. The National Safety Council advises everyone to enjoy fireworks at public displays conducted by professionals and not to use any fireworks at home. They may be legal but they are not safe.

Every year, thousands of people are injured badly enough to require medical treatment after fireworks-related incidents, with many of the injuries to children and young adults. While the majority of these incidents are due to amateurs attempting to use professional-grade, homemade or other illegal fireworks or explosives, less powerful devices like small firecrackers and sparklers can also cause significant injuries.

Additionally, fireworks start more than 31,000 fires each year.

Fireworks Safety Tips:
If You Choose to Use Legal Fireworks. If consumer fireworks are legal to buy where you live and you choose to use them, be sure to follow the following safety tips:

● Never allow young children to handle fireworks
● Older children should use them only under close adult supervision
● Never use fireworks while impaired by drugs or alcohol
● Anyone using fireworks or standing nearby should wear protective eyewear
● Never hold lighted fireworks in your hands
● Never light them indoors
● Only use them away from people, houses and flammable material
● Never point or throw fireworks at another person
● Only light one device at a time and maintain a safe distance after lighting
● Never ignite devices in a container
● Do not try to re-light or handle malfunctioning fireworks
● Soak both spent and unused fireworks in water for a few hours before discarding
● Keep a bucket of water nearby to fully extinguish fireworks that don't go off or in case of fire
● Never use illegal fireworks

Better yet, grab a blanket and a patch of lawn, kick back and let the experts handle the fireworks show.

Sparklers Are More Dangerous Than You Think
Every year, young children can be found along parade routes and at festivals with sparklers in hand, but sparklers are a lot more dangerous than most people think.

Sparklers burn at about 2,000 degrees – hot enough to melt some metals. Sparklers can quickly ignite clothing, and children have received severe burns from dropping sparklers on their feet. According to the National Fire Protection Association, sparklers accounted for 29% fireworks injuries for children under age 5 in 2022.

Consider using safer alternatives, such as glow sticks, confetti poppers or colored streamers."

The Fairfield Community Fire Company wishes you a Happy and Safe 4th of July.

(4th of July Safety information provided by the National Safety Council)