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4th Of July Safety Tips

7/1/2019 (Permalink)

The 4th Of July is Here! And so is SERVPRO of Mount Ehpraim / Bellmawr. 

According to the National Fire Protection Association, 18,500 fires a year are started from FIREWORKS! 

Bellow are a few tips to consider when celebrating with fireworks.

  • Never allow young children to handle fireworks
  • Older children should use them only under close adult supervision
  • Anyone using fireworks or standing nearby should wear protective eyewear
  • Never use fireworks while impaired by drugs or alcohol
  • Never light them indoors
  • Only use them away from people, houses and flammable material
  • Only light one device at a time and maintain a safe distance after lighting
  • Never ignite devices in a container
  • Do not try to re-light or handle malfunctioning fireworks
  • Keep a bucket of water nearby to fully extinguish fireworks that don't go off or in case of fire.
  • Have a fire extinguisher handy, just in case.
  • Supervise children handling fireworks.
  • Soak fireworks in a bucket of water before putting them in a trash can.
  • Light the fireworks at arms length and then stand back.
  • Do not attempt to re-shoot fire works that did not initially fire.

SERVPRO of Mount Ephraim / Bellmawr wants you to stay safe!  Enjoy the parties, barbeques, and celebrations.  We are here if you need us.  Call 856-349-7318

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