Fireworks are dangerous and can seem especially so when you’re a parent. It’s only natural. Any explosion in close proximity to children can be a recipe for disaster. But by following these useful tips, you can keep everyone safe and happy while still enjoying all the awe-inspiring wonder of those technicolor combustions. Whether it’s the 4th of July, a backyard BBQ, or just a Tuesday afternoon, Fatherly will help keep you and your family safe with these trusted tips.<br /><br />The first thing to remember is that alcohol and fireworks do not mix. Drinking and handling fireworks is a bad idea. On the other hand, if you’re only going to be a spectator, alcohol can make fireworks much more fun.<br /><br />Don’t carry fireworks in your pocket or set them off in your hand, or else your wife will be opening your ketchup bottles for the rest of your life.<br /><br />Only light one firework at a time, and always keep a bucket of water handy.<br /><br />As far as those sparklers go, they burn at around 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit, which means they don’t belong in the hands of little kids.<br /><br />Never relight a dud. If a firework doesn’t go off, wait 20 minutes and then soak it in water. When you’re done, wet down any spent fireworks and throw them out in a metal trash can.<br /><br />Make sure to obey all local laws and the laws of common sense. For more safety tips, be sure to head to Fatherly.com.
