🧨Fireworks laws in Ohio designed to protect children

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‘Above 1,500 degrees’: Fireworks laws in Ohio designed to protect children this July 4

Fireworks caused $700,000 in damages last year

Thousands of children will be rushed to the emergency room this Independence Day because of fireworks injuries.

Fireworks are legal to launch in Ohio during Fourth of July celebrations, but only under specific guidelines and on certain days, according to the state fire marshal’s office.

“Even sparklers can cause serious injuries if not handled correctly,” Anita Metheny of the fire marshal’s office said. “Always supervise their use or consider safer alternatives like glow sticks, especially for children.”

legal details, so you don’t get in trouble with the law, or suffer an injury in your family.

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