Your Ultimate Central Texas Firework Safety Handbook

The Fourth of July is fast approaching in the Central Texas area. The celebrations that occur will be many in the state, and thankfully they will be controlled. But others will be ringing in the holiday themselves, and there's tips you need to know.

How Many Firework Accidents Were There In The State Of Texas?

Data has revealed that, in the year of 2023, 8 people sadly lost their lives, with 9,700 also harmed in addition. It's also important to remember that, according to KXAN, you cannot launch fireworks "within 600 feet of places like a church, hospital, licensed child care center or school." So, fireworks should be left to the professionals.

It's important to remember also that, per FOX 44, there are penalties for not following the rules. $250 is the price you will have to pay if you're found to be illegally setting off fireworks. Plus, you run the risk of hurting yourself!

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So what should you do if you want to see fireworks in Central Texas?

How Do You Do Stay Safe With Fireworks In Central Texas?

If you're going to safely set off fireworks in the Central Texas, Philip Burnett, the Waco Fire Department Captain, said the following to FOX 44:

“The best thing to do is to make sure that you have a place you can go if you want to enjoy the type of activity with your family, a place that’s outside of the city limits, and make sure that the laws are pertaining there...If it’s in the county, and make sure that we’re not under a burn ban, and things of that nature.”

So, remember to celebrate responsibly Texas!

30 Outrageous Fireworks Names That Sound Fake, But Are Actually Real

In states where fireworks are legal to purchase, stores have to rely on creative names to entice buyers. It's not like they can just go out and light off a test rocket to show customers.

Here are some of the best fireworks names we found when searching leading industry stores' online inventory.

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10 Things to Do for Your Dog if They're Scared By Fireworks

My two big German Shepherds just hated the Fourth of July. My girl Bella used to run into the bathroom, push the shower curtain aside, and lay down in the tub. My sweet guy Zeus who weighed about 100 pounds would try to get in my lap every time I sat down, or would try to hide in the space between the toilet and the tub!

The dog who likes fireworks probably is a good hunting dog too. But, not mine, and not a lot of other dogs on the Fourth of July. But there are things you can do to help your furry kid get through fireworks season without going totally insane.

The American Kennel Club has all kinds of advice on how to get your pooch through the entire summer in good shape. But for the Independence Day holiday, they have 10 tips on how to keep your dog calm.

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10 Must-Have Items When Watching Fireworks in Texas

Before you head out to watch with your kids, go through the checklist below to make sure your night of watching the amazing lights in the sky is as perfect as possible.

Gallery Credit: Dan Patrick

Source: Firework Dangers Are Real: How to Stay Safe In Central Texas

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