OHIO — The Fourth of July is around the corner, and firework purchases are rising across the state.
With this holiday comes the reminder that some cities have different rules. Fireworks can be a sight to see, but they can also be dangerous if not set off properly. Akron District Chief of Fire Prevention Sierjie Lash emphasizes the injuries that can come about.
“We’ve seen limbs get amputated due to those fireworks and firework explosions. We’ve seen other injuries head, face, neck, fingers and toes. We have seen those injuries not just with our paramedics in our department but also in our hospitals,” said Lash…