Firework Facts

3/16/2016 (Permalink)

* In 2011, fireworks caused an estimated 17,800 reported fires, including 1,200 structure fires, 400 vehicle fires, and 16,300 outside and other fires.

* These fires resulted in an estimated 40 civilian injuries and $32 million in direct property dmange, with no reported fire deaths.

* On Independence Day in a typical year, fireworks account for two out of five of all reported fires, more than any other cause of fire.