The Fourth of July is a time to celebrate independence and gather across the country with friends, family, food and most importantly, the fireworks. But, from temperatures on the rise to making sure ...

While the colors and sounds of fireworks are key to many local Fourth of July celebrations, emergency officials and animal groups are reminding everyone how to keep themselves and their pets safe this ...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - With Fourth of July celebrations beginning, local officials are urging residents to understand their city’s fireworks laws before lighting up the night sky. While fireworks ...

If you plan to launch your own fireworks to celebrate the Fourth of July, doctors are issuing a warning of possible eye injuries and urge you to consider grabbing a pair of goggles to protect yourself ...

Safety officials are urging families to be cautious when using fireworks this New Year’s Eve, as the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reported nearly 14,700 injuries and 11 deaths ...

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. (WBOY) — Fourth of July festivities are just around the corner here in north central West Virginia as tons of communities from across the region are preparing to host their very own ...

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Fire season is already in full swing for Central Oregon. With the Alder Springs Fire and numerous other blazes throughout the area fresh in residents' minds, the use of personal ...

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (WSVN) - The Fort Lauderdale Fire Department and Broward Health Medical Center sent a powerful message regarding fireworks safety in preparation for the Fourth of July. They ...

The safest way to watch fireworks is by seeing a professional show. There are a handful of shows in the region this year from Thursday through the weekend that are free and open to the public. They ...

Editor's note: Este artículo está traducido al español. T he Fourth of July tradition of families igniting fireworks in celebration comes with a heightened warning this week from fire officials across ...