Twenty questions to keep your Forth of July safe, fun

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  • By 349th Air Mobility Wing
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TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. --  1. What is the first thing to do before lighting a firework?
  --Read the warning or caution label carefully and follow all directions.
2. How do you know if you are buying quality legal fireworks?
  --Always buy from a reliable seller.
3. Where should you light watch fireworks?
  --Always light outdoors away from combustible material, buildings and plants.
4. It's always good to have _____ handy when having a fireworks display.
  --Water.
5. How many fireworks should you light at a time?
  --Light only one firework at a time.
6. If a firework does not work after lighting it, how long should you wait before trying to light it again?
  --Never try to re-light a firework.
7. Should small children handle and light fireworks?
  --No.
8. What should you do if a firework fails to work after lighting it?
  --Wait for 15 to 20 minutes and then dump the firework in a bucket of water and let it soak.
9. Where should you store fireworks?
  --If at all possible, don't store fireworks. If you do, store them in a cool dry place and out of the reach of children.
10. How should you dispose of a discharged firework?
  --Soak them in a bucket of water before disposing of them in a trash can.
11. How should you carry fireworks?
  --Carry fireworks in their original bag or box.
12. What part of your body should be over a firework while lighting it?
  --No part of your body should be over the firework while lighting it.
13. What safety equipment should you wear when lighting a firework?
  --Eye protection should be worn when lighting fireworks.
14. Are illegal explosives like M-80's and Cherry Bombs really dangerous or just more fun?
  --Illegal explosives are really dangerous and should never be used.
15. Is it safe to throw or point a firework at another person?
  --It is never safe to point or throw fireworks at other people or animals.
16. How do you find out what fireworks are legal to buy and shoot in your city?
  --Ask a reliable seller or the local police or fire department.
17. Should kids and teenagers be allowed to handle and shoot fireworks without a responsible adult close by?
  --Close adult supervision is always needed.
18. How many fireworks should you carry to the lighting area?
  --One. All other fireworks should be kept at a safe distance so they don't accidentally become lighted.
19. What device should you use to light a firework?
  --Except for sparklers, a punk should be used to like fireworks. A match or lighter is required for sparklers.
20. Is it Okay to drink alcohol and light fireworks?
  --No. Have a designated lighter.