Fireworks Safety

As a reminder, the Borough of Chambersburg adopted a new local law that prohibits the use of Consumer grade "Class C" fireworks as of March 27th, 2023. To see more information Click Here.
As the Fourth of July nears, it is a great time to remind everyone about ensuring safety in mind while celebrating. One of the most important
There is no doubt that there has been an increase across the Commonwealth in fireworks-related injuries in recent years. Just within the state of Pennsylvania, fireworks-related injuries nearly doubled between 2019 and 2020 and consumer fireworks sales increased by 300%.

Injuries include serious eye injuries, loss of fingers, 3rd degree burns and even death. Pennsylvania leads the nation in home fire deaths. Many of those fires occurred on July 4th weekend and were caused by unsafe firework disposal.

In an effort to keep Pennsylvanians safe and informed, we have partnered with several local and statewide collaborators including the State Fire Commissioner Tom Cook, Commonwealth of PA, the five Regional Burn Centers in Pennsylvania, American Pyrotechnics Safety & Education Foundation, the PA Professional Firefighters Association, PA Municipal League, major firework distributors and the Eastern PA EMS Council to encourage the public to Celebrate Safely this Fourth of July and beyond.

Celebrate Safely PA! Tips

Use protective gear when handling fireworks! Stay safe by wearing safety gloves and protective eyewear.
Only sober adults should handle and light fireworks, even sparklers!
Always assume that fireworks that did not go off are still live! Douse them with water before picking them up and never attempt to re-light them!
Do you know how to properly discard used fireworks and sparklers? Place used fireworks in a bucket of water.
Keep you and your neighbors safe while handling fireworks! Fireworks may not be discharged within 150 feet of a structure.
Have you checked your local fireworks regulations? Some municipalities have time restrictions for when fireworks may be discharged.
Be mindful of your location! Never allow your fireworks to land on someone else’s property.
Did you know that sparklers can get hotter than a blowtorch? Children should never handle or light any fireworks including sparklers.

Information provided from Burn Prevention Network