Information below is from Williamson County's Public Information Office.
When you’re ready to shoot:
- NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO PLAY WITH OR IGNITE FIREWORKS
- Always read and follow label directions, warnings, and instructions
- Be considerate of your neighbors
- Only ignite fireworks outdoors and away from houses and outbuildings
- Light only one firework at a time
- Never try to re-light fireworks that have not fully functioned
- Never give fireworks to small children, even sparklers cause serious burns
- Be sure other people are out of range before lighting fireworks
- Never throw fireworks at another person, vehicle, or animal
- Never carry fireworks in your pocket
- Never shoot fireworks in metal or glass containers
- Dispose of spent fireworks properly
For a full list of consumer fireworks safety tips and a safety video, please visit http://www.fireworkssafety.org/safety-tips/.
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