Fourth of July Fireworks Safety Tips
Fireworks in Rhode Island are more prevalent than ever now; here are some safety tips if you plan to have fireworks for your Fourth of July celebration in Barrington.
The Fourth of July is on Wednesday. And fireworks – more prevalent than ever in Rhode Island now with sellers popping up in tents on the Wampanoag Trail -- are a traditional part of Independence Day celebrations. “Many Americans get caught up in the excitement of the Fourth of July, and forget that fireworks are also dangerous explosives,” said Monica L. Monica, an ophthalmologist and clinical correspondent for the American Academy of Ophthalmology. “The safest choice is to attend a professional fireworks display, and make it a point to supervise children at all times.” If you plan on creating your own fireworks display, first read through these EyeSmart fireworks safety tips from the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Even sparklers -- …
