One of the nations favorite holiday celebrations is lighting off fireworks for the 4th of July, but with lighting off fireworks comes the risk of injury. 

Although there are many larger firework celebrations around Door County at eight different locations around the county, there are still families and friends who set off their own fireworks show. From sparklers to firecrackers, each firework needs to be treated with attention and care to avoid any future damages to property or people. Sturgeon Bay Fire Department Fire Chief Tim Dietman gives some tips about fireworks safety for this upcoming holiday. 

The DNR urges you to be safe with fireworks shows, as most wildfires caused by fireworks occur during the weeks leading up to and after the Fourth of July holiday. Fire danger levels are mostly moderate around Door County, but are expected to worsen in the next coming days. 

Every year, thousands of people are injured badly enough by fireworks to require some sort of medical attention. There are safer alternatives to the celebration aspect of the holiday, but if fireworks are for you, those safety tips can make the fourth a successful day. If you are looking to celebrate without lighting off the fireworks yourself, you can click this link for more information on July 4th parades and fireworks shows.