#fireworks

#fireworks

Fireworks injuries in America have risen as legalization has spread, with a report estimating that fireworks-related ER visits in 2024 were 40 percent higher than in 2014.

Multiple explosions occurred at New Seabury Country Club in Mashpee, injuring eight people during a fireworks display setup ahead of the Fourth of July celebration.

The Brooklyn Heights Promenade will be off-limits to local residents for the Macy's Fourth of July fireworks display this year, as it has been designated a VIP section for 4,000 city employees.

Fireworks are colorful explosions against the dark night sky, making events memorable whether at the Fourth of July, sporting events, or theme parks.

Ken Carter, a psychologist at Oxford College of Emory University, says everyone has a different level of sensation-seeking. Low and average sensation-seekers may experience high cortisol production during thrilling activities, while high sensation-seekers tend to produce more dopamine, a neurotransmitter linked to pleasure.

In the Bay Area, communities that allow the sale and use of safe fireworks include Dublin, Newark, and Gilroy, while regulations differ by locality.

With nearly all of the aerial shells, paper rockets and sparkly fountains that fuel America's Fourth of July celebrations being imported from China, volunteer groups like Johnson's and cities big and small have been closely watching the negotiations.

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This firework is a life-size teen-ager made of cardboard, holding a beer can in one hand and a cherry bomb in the other, showcasing a wild and reckless perspective on teen culture.

Despite the Great Lawn closure, Astoria Park is set to host summer programming, including fireworks, concerts, and movies, ensuring seasonal celebrations continue.

As a dog owner, I felt unprepared for the fireworks that followed the Nationals’ Pups in the Park night. The coordination felt rushed and inconsiderate.

A Romford teen has pleaded guilty to manslaughter after a 76-year-old man died from a fire caused by a firework being thrown into his home.

Disney World offers private fireworks cruises for about $500, providing a unique experience to enjoy the Magic Kingdom and Epcot’s fireworks without the crowd hassle.

Petalpalooza offers a vibrant cherry blossom celebration featuring music, art sculptures, and fireworks, providing family-friendly entertainment along the Anacostia River this weekend.

Diwali is celebrated with lights and joy, where bursting crackers adds excitement to the festivities, bringing families closer together.

Citing environmental and fire hazards, Councilmember Sheila Mohan opposes bringing back the fireworks display, despite their popularity among Cupertino residents.

The end of 2024 was marked in Fishguard with live performances and fireworks, named one of the best New Year celebrations in the UK, even amid bad weather.