Fireworks safety tips

When using fireworks, make sure you protect yourself and others with these fireworks safety tips:

• Purchase your fireworks from a reliable source.
• Always read and follow labelled directions.
• Only use fireworks outdoors.
• Always have a water source such as a garden hose or bucket handy.
• Never experiment with or make your own fireworks.
• Light only one firework at a time.
• Never re-light a dud firework. Wait 15 to 20 minutes, then soak the dud in a bucket of water.
• Never give fireworks to small children and always have an adult present.
• Dispose of fireworks properly by soaking them in water and then disposing of them in a trash can.
• Never throw or point fireworks at other people.
• Never carry fireworks in your pocket.
• Never shoot fireworks in metal or glass containers.
• The shooter should always wear eye protection and never have any part of their body over the firework.
• Stay away from illegal explosives.

For further information, please call Central York Fire Services at 905-895-9222.