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Bexar County Fire Marshal’s Office reports fewer firework-related injuries on Fourth of July
Read full article: Bexar County Fire Marshal’s Office reports fewer firework-related injuries on Fourth of JulyThe Bexar County Fire Marshal’s Office released its Fourth of July Celebration Activity Report on Friday.
Dozens of fireworks-related incidents reported in Bexar County around New Year’s Eve, Day
Read full article: Dozens of fireworks-related incidents reported in Bexar County around New Year’s Eve, DayDespite tips and recommendations from fire officials about safely handling fireworks around New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, firefighters responded to dozens of fireworks-related incidents in unincorporated Bexar County and the 26 suburban cities.
A fireworks explosion in western Michigan killed 1 woman and injured 9 other people
Read full article: A fireworks explosion in western Michigan killed 1 woman and injured 9 other peopleFireworks explosions in adjacent counties in western Michigan have left at least one woman dead and nine others with injuries from critical to minor.
Reminder: Fireworks are banned in San Antonio, even on Independence Day
Read full article: Reminder: Fireworks are banned in San Antonio, even on Independence DayIf you want to let freedom ring with a fireworks display of your own this Fourth of July, the San Antonio Police Department is reminding people that using fireworks within city limits is illegal.
Texas police department posts X-rays of fireworks injuries to discourage fireworks use in city
Read full article: Texas police department posts X-rays of fireworks injuries to discourage fireworks use in cityThe Burleson Police Department posted six images of X-rays they say show hand injuries caused by fireworks.
Although there’s no burn ban in Bexar County, here’s how to stay careful on Fourth of July
Read full article: Although there’s no burn ban in Bexar County, here’s how to stay careful on Fourth of JulyThis year, Bexar County isn’t under a burn ban, but there are still safety tips to remember over the Fourth of July holiday.
Where to celebrate the Fourth of July, watch fireworks in San Antonio and the Hill Country
Read full article: Where to celebrate the Fourth of July, watch fireworks in San Antonio and the Hill CountryHere are the Fourth of July parades, races, food events, live music, and, of course, fireworks in and around San Antonio for the 2023 holiday.
SAFD: Two-story home destroyed in fire caused by fireworks on New Year’s Day
Read full article: SAFD: Two-story home destroyed in fire caused by fireworks on New Year’s DayFireworks led to a destructive fire at a two-story home on the North Side on New Year’s Day, according to the San Antonio Fire Department.
End 2022 with a bang AND all your fingers - fireworks safety for NYE
Read full article: End 2022 with a bang AND all your fingers - fireworks safety for NYEAs one of the limited windows of time the state of Texas allows for firework sales, New Year’s Eve in Bexar County is traditionally a lively and loud night, filled with the bangs and booms of fireworks.
Fredericksburg, Boerne cancel 4th of July fireworks shows due to fire danger amid drought
Read full article: Fredericksburg, Boerne cancel 4th of July fireworks shows due to fire danger amid droughtThe cities of Boerne and Fredericksburg have canceled their Fourth of July fireworks displays due to the high risk of wildfires amid current drought conditions.
Fourth of July celebrations and fireworks displays around San Antonio and the Hill Country
Read full article: Fourth of July celebrations and fireworks displays around San Antonio and the Hill CountrySee the suburbs and city parks have planned Fourth of July parades, races, food events, live music, and, of course, fireworks for the 2022 holiday.
Celebrating 2022 with fireworks? Here’s how to avoid injuries, property damage and criminal charges
Read full article: Celebrating 2022 with fireworks? Here’s how to avoid injuries, property damage and criminal chargesWhile families across Bexar County are stocking up to light up the sky on New Year’s Eve with fireworks, authorities are amping up patrol and warning the community how quickly things can go wrong.
How to keep your pets calm, safe while fireworks are popping this New Year’s Eve
Read full article: How to keep your pets calm, safe while fireworks are popping this New Year’s EveWith New Year’s Eve coming up, there will be plenty of celebrations and fireworks. And while it might be a party for you, it’s not so much for your pets.
Reminder: Fireworks are banned in San Antonio, even on New Year’s Eve
Read full article: Reminder: Fireworks are banned in San Antonio, even on New Year’s EveWhether you’re new in town for New Year’s Eve celebrations or not, the message stays the same in San Antonio -- using fireworks within city limits is illegal.
WATCH: Fireworks accidentally explode on Maryland beach
Read full article: WATCH: Fireworks accidentally explode on Maryland beachFireworks were unintentionally detonated as they were being set up for an Independence Day show in Ocean City, Maryland, leaving employees of the fireworks company with minor injuries, authorities said Sunday.
What to know before city’s July 4th fireworks celebration at Woodlawn Lake Park
Read full article: What to know before city’s July 4th fireworks celebration at Woodlawn Lake ParkThe City of San Antonio Fourth of July Celebration makes its return to Woodlawn Lake Park this Sunday after a year off due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Firework availability will be different this Fourth of July in the San Antonio area
Read full article: Firework availability will be different this Fourth of July in the San Antonio areaHome fireworks were a big hit during the 4th of July in the middle of the pandemic, which has lead to restocking issues a year later.
Fourth of July fireworks spectacular returning to New Braunfels this year
Read full article: Fourth of July fireworks spectacular returning to New Braunfels this yearAfter a yearlong hiatus due to the pandemic, the Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular is coming back to New Braunfels and city officials say this year will be bigger and better than ever.
‘It changed my life forever’: Man who lost fingers in fireworks disaster tells his story
Read full article: ‘It changed my life forever’: Man who lost fingers in fireworks disaster tells his storyHe agreed to meet at the parking lot where his life was forever changed. Sexton said he didn’t know the majority of the people there and had never been to one of the group’s events. The other victim, Sexton, lost several fingers and may potentially have permanent eyesight damage. “There’s fingers on the floor and they said there was blood gushing out of his eye and he possibly lost his eyeball,” Gomez said. He said he had never been around fireworks because the laws in California are so strict regarding fireworks.
‘It’s not a toy. It’s a bomb’: Firework accident victim sympathizes with those hurt in weekend fireworks disaster
Read full article: ‘It’s not a toy. It’s a bomb’: Firework accident victim sympathizes with those hurt in weekend fireworks disasterSAN ANTONIO – Gatlin Magee, now nearly 28-years-old, was 17 when he lost his finger in a fireworks accident. “It doesn’t really matter how safe you’re being,” Magee said. Fireworks -- they’re bombs. Magee said he feels sorry for the victims in a viral video of two young men injured in a weekend street drag racing fireworks disaster. “If you’re going to do it, at least be safe with it and don’t treat it like a toy.
Witness captures moments leading up to fireworks disaster at Northeast Side racing meetup
Read full article: Witness captures moments leading up to fireworks disaster at Northeast Side racing meetupSAN ANTONIO – A witness captured the moments of a street racing meetup on Sunday night in the Eisenhauer Market parking lot that turned into a chaotic scene after a fireworks disaster. “People doing donuts, hanging outside the window,” Pecina said. San Antonio police arrived at the scene just before 11 p.m. to find about 200 racers in the parking lot. They’ll line up, do a couple of donuts,” Pecina said. “Perrin Beitel and Nacogdoches are long, long roads that make it very, very attractive to this kind of situation,” said Clayton Perry, District 10 councilman.
WATCH: San Antonio celebrates the end of 2020 with hundreds of illegal fireworks
Read full article: WATCH: San Antonio celebrates the end of 2020 with hundreds of illegal fireworksSan Antonio – San Antonio knows how to celebrate! Due to the coronavirus pandemic there was not an official fireworks display or celebration set up by the city like in years past, but that didn’t stop San Antonio from putting on a show. San Antonio ringing in 2021!! pic.twitter.com/o83MX50UX3 — Steve Spriester (@stevespriester) January 1, 2021I love you even more, San Antonio. pic.twitter.com/kv0Cqf3CbO — Puro San Antonio (@PuroSanAntonio) January 1, 2021
Fireworks sales brisk in Bexar County as New Years Eve approaches
Read full article: Fireworks sales brisk in Bexar County as New Years Eve approachesSAN ANTONIO – In spite of a pandemic, cold and wet weather in the forecast and new restrictions at firework stands, sales of fireworks in Bexar County are booming. According to Alamo Fireworks, the area’s leading fireworks distributors, customers are anxious to leave 2020 in their wake. ”People are ready to blow 2020 out of the water” said Chelsea Bode, of Alamo Fireworks. Even though the county and the city shows are cancelled, they still want to be able to celebrate.”Bode said that COVID-19 customer safety is paramount at firework stands. ”We’re doing everything we can to maintain social distancing and all the safety protocols,” Bode said.
San Antonio teen injured when sparklers ‘exploded’ in his hand warns others about dangers of fireworks
Read full article: San Antonio teen injured when sparklers ‘exploded’ in his hand warns others about dangers of fireworksSAN ANTONIO – One San Antonio family is teaming up with local health officials to remind holiday revelers to be safe ahead of the kickoff to firework sales in Bexar County. On January 1, 2019, Aidan lit a bundle of 70 sparklers expecting a holiday display worthy of social media but instead, the sparklers exploded in his hand. Now, Aidan and his mother April Tejada, are joining with the University Health Trauma Center’s pediatric burn unit to warn families about the dangers to children when fireworks are misused. Officials with University Health said they are anticipating more families buying their own fireworks this year due to “many public fireworks displays [being] canceled” with the coronavirus pandemic. University Health officials suggested some safer options instead of fireworks including glow sticks, confetti poppers and colored streamers.
No 4th of July parade in New Braunfels this year, but here’s how to watch the fireworks
Read full article: No 4th of July parade in New Braunfels this year, but here’s how to watch the fireworksNEW BRAUNFELS, Texas – UPDATE: The City of New Braunfels has postponed its fireworks display over Landa Park due to Governor Greg Abbott’s new order in response to COVID-19. PREVIOUSLY:The annual Fourth of July Parade in New Braunfels this year has been canceled, but you’ll still be able to enjoy the city’s annual fireworks spectacular. “We are pleased to still be able to provide the fireworks spectacular to give our citizens a beautiful and patriotic show while celebrating our country in a safe manner. Anyone found to have fireworks in city limits may be issued a citation and have their fireworks confiscated. For more information on the fireworks display or regulations, click here.
A Colorado city has set off the world’s largest firework. It weighed more than a ton
Read full article: A Colorado city has set off the world’s largest firework. It weighed more than a tonThe skies over Steamboat Springs, Colorado, erupted in red as the world's largest firework launched Saturday night at the city's annual winter carnival. The firework shell weighed almost 2,800 pounds, about the weight of a Toyota Corolla, and was 62 inches -- a little more than five feet -- in diameter. A team at Steamboat Fireworks launched the shell from a 26-foot steel tube buried in Emerald Mountain, which overlooks the festival. Explosives propelled the shell out of the tube at 300 mph, and it rose nearly a mile in the air before exploding. The former world record for the largest firework was set in the United Arab Emirates in 2018 with a 2,397-pound shell.
SAPD: Reported shots fired at Ingram Park Mall were actually fireworks
Read full article: SAPD: Reported shots fired at Ingram Park Mall were actually fireworksSAPD: Reported shots fired at Ingram Park Mall were actually fireworksPublished: January 1, 2020, 5:07 pmSan Antonio police are searching for two teenagers who set off fireworks inside Ingram Park Mall, leading to panic for shoppers who thought it was a shooting.
Video shows chaotic display after Texas fireworks stand goes up in flames
Read full article: Video shows chaotic display after Texas fireworks stand goes up in flamesIt wasn’t New Year’s Eve, but one Central Texas town had quite the fireworks display. A fireworks stand in Georgetown, north of Austin, caught fire on Monday, shooting fireworks through flames and smoke. The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office shared footage of the chaos on Twitter just before 3 p.m. Where to party in San Antonio for New Year’s Eve, including family-friendly eventsNo one was injured in the fire, according to WCSO. Some Twitter users compared the incident to a premature New Year’s Eve display, while others related it to the Snakes and Sparklers scene from “Joe Dirt.”