June 27, 2017
This year Independence Day begins on a weekend thereby extending celebrations that will likely include sparklers, and other class “C” combustibles. The Elk County Sheriff’s Office encourages adults to supervise children and follow instructions when using legal fireworks. An adult should always supervise fireworks activities and never allow children to play with or ignite fireworks. Sparklers alone account for several injuries that result in visits to the emergency room. Never attempt to relight a firework if it fails the first time. Soak it in water and then discard the device. Also celebrations of this kind often involve the use of alcoholic beverages, so please do not use or employ any type of fireworks when consuming alcoholic beverages. This only increases the chance of unintentional consequences that can result in injuries to the person or innocent bystanders.
The Elk County Sheriff’s Office hopes that everyone enjoys this year’s Independence celebrations and wishes all a good time.
For additional safety tips this year please visit www.usfa.fema.gov.