07/02/2026
According to a Goggle search / AI reports: 2025 In 2025, an estimated 13,000 fireworks-related injuries were treated in U.S. emergency departments, with 15 reported fatalities. Hands and fingers accounted for 35% of the incidents, while head, face, and ears made up 22%. Burns were the most common injury, representing 38% of all ER visits.
Age Group: The 15 to 24 age group accounted for the largest share of reported injuries, alongside a substantial portion of children under 15.
Sparklers: These common devices accounted for roughly 1,300 of the ER-treated injuries. Sparklers can burn at up to 2,000°F, posing a severe burn risk to young children.
Severity: Around 25% of treated individuals required hospitalization for severe issues, including fractures and amputations, often linked to illegal or homemade explosive devices.
To reduce the risk of injury, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) suggest the following:
👉Leave it to the pros: The safest way to celebrate is to attend public fireworks displays.
👉Sparklers: Never allow young children to handle or hold sparklers.
👉Impairment: Never ignite fireworks while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
👉Misfires: Never try to relight or handle malfunctioning fireworks. Soak used and dud fireworks in a bucket of water before disposal.
👉Safety Setup: Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy, and only light one device at a time while maintaining a safe distance.
