Decrease your chances of becoming one of the estimated 10,000 Americans who will be injured by fireworks this Independence Day by leaving the fireworks entertainment show to the professionals.

According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), 11 people died in fireworks-related deaths in 2014 between June 20th and July 20th. More than 10,000 people were injured by fireworks enough to require emergency room visits during that same time period.

Injuries caused by fireworks

Most firework-related injuries involve the hands and fingers, which accounts for 36 percent of fireworks-related injuries. Another 19 percent involve the eyes, and 19 percent involved the head, face and ears. 54 percent of the wounds involved burns.

Fireworks can be life threatening if not handled properly, and they are also a fire hazard. On July 4th in a typical year, far more U.S. fires are reported than on any other day according to the National Fire Protection Association’s 2013 Fireworks Report.

Illegal fireworks are part of the problem

Among the Americans hospitalized for fireworks-related injuries last year, those with the most serious injuries were the result from lighting illegal fireworks or those intended for professional displays.

This Independence Holiday, leave the fireworks show to the professionals.

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