Latest News About Fireworks incidents

Updated 2026-06-18 05:21

Injuries from fireworks were documented in several areas during late 2025 and early 2026, but the Philippines saw fewer incidents on New Year's Eve 2025-26 than the year before, alongside a rise in Bexar County, Texas, incidents linked to dry weather and breeze. Authorities emphasize continued surveillance for new incidents, calling for cautious displays, not using unidentifed devices, keeping adequate clearance for displays, and obtaining medical care for injuries or tetanus prophylaxis when necessary.

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2023 Fireworks Annual Report

2023 Fireworks Annual Report June 2024 cpsc.gov 11 launch tube and lifted the tube over his head. The firework exploded while still inside the launcher, causing the victim to fly backward and land on his back. The victim suffered from a serious head injury and was taken to a hospital where the victim was pronounced

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Bexar County sees 31% rise in firework-related incidents during ...

The unincorporated portions of Bexar County saw a 31% increase in firework-related incidents compared to previous New Year’s celebrations, according to a county news release.