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NFPA urges public to avoid consumer fireworks

June 30, 2011 - According to National Fire Protection (NFPA) research, there are far more U.S. fires reported on a typical Independence Day than on any other day, and fireworks account for more than half of those fires, more than any other cause of fires. In 2009, fireworks caused an estimated 18,000 reported fires, including 1,300 structure fires, 400 vehicle fires, and 16,300 outside and other fires. These fires resulted in an estimated $38 million in direct property damage.

NFPA has had a longstanding position against the use of consumer fireworks and urges consumers to attend professional displays of fireworks. NFPA established the Alliance to Stop Consumer Fireworks in 2002 to further that message. A new video has been released that depicts headlines of fireworks tragedies from across the country and lists all of the consumer fireworks that cause fires and/or injuries each year. More information on fireworks can be found at www.nfpa.org/fireworks.

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Last Updated on Thursday, 30 June 2011 15:45
 
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