If fireworks are legal to buy where you live and you choose to use them, be sure to follow the

following safety tips:

Never allow young children to handle fireworks Older children should use only under close adult supervision Wear protective eyewear when lighting or using fireworks Never light fireworks indoors Light away from people, houses and flammable material Light only one device at a time and maintain a safe distance Never ignite devices in a container Do not try to re-light or handle malfunctioning fireworks Soak used & unused fireworks in water for before discarding Keep a bucket of water nearby in case of fire

Better yet, grab a blanket and a patch of lawn, kick back and let the ex-perts handle the show.

WEAR A HELMET—Every bike

ride, every time!

USE SUNSCREEN—At

least SPF15, 30 minutes before going out!

WEAR EYE PROTECTION—When

outside having fun in the sun!

LIFE JACKETS ON BOATS—even for

really strong swimmers!

HIKE, BIKE, SWIM, EXPLORE—ALWAYS with a friend, NEVER alone!

BEAT THE HEAT! Bring & drink water, wear hats and seek shade!