Fireworks sparked 916 wildfires in the state in 2021, causing over $3.2 million in property damage. In the worst fire season, over 2,000 fires were attributed to fireworks, resulting in $8 million in property damage and injuries, emphasizing the risks.
A study revealed that more than 11,000 wildfires nationwide were caused by fireworks between 1980 and 2016, with a peak around July 4. Most fires ignited by personal fireworks in illegal areas, not professional displays, elevating the danger.
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