Independence Day fireworks celebrations have been thwarted by a global pandemic in recent years, but 2022 has brought new challenges to the Fourth of July in the form of drought and extreme heat.

COBB COUNTY, Ga - Fireworks stands are up and people are buying big time to get ready for the 4th of July. Cobb County firefighters are warning people to use extreme caution if you decide to have your ...

SCOTT, La. (KLFY) – Extreme heat and flash drought conditions can lead to dangerous conditions when working with fireworks. According to the National Fire Protection Association, in 2018, an estimated ...

June 13, 2025 — Lucas from Extreme Fireworks shows how to stay un-extreme with your firework shows this summer and demonstrates the best ways to stay safe with fireworks. To learn more about Extreme ...

As North Carolinians prepare to celebrate Independence Day, the N.C. Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) sent out a press release reminding residents to prioritize safety when using fireworks — ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Fourth of July ...

Nacogdoches Fire Department inspector/investigator Michael Brown said although only a few types of fireworks are banned in Nacogdoches County, all fireworks are illegal to use or possess in the city.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Firefighters and paramedics shared a warning about common mistakes leading to 4th of July injuries. The concerns are only growing as new and innovative pyrotechnics enter the ...

DUBLIN, Calif. (KGO) -- July Fourth holiday and a sustained major heat wave equals to more than extreme fire danger in the East Bay this week. "What we've done in the fire service is created something ...

Redding, Mount Shasta and other North State towns are gearing up for Independence Day parties with music, parades, festivals and plenty of fireworks. Event planners are going ahead with their ...

DUBLIN -- Dublin is one of a handful of Bay Area cities that allows the sale of so-called "safe and sane" fireworks. Still officials are reminding people to handle them with great care to avoid ...