It is a patriotic past time that many of us grew up with. On any other day of the year, would you hand your child matches or a flaming candle to play with? Probably, a hard no.
You work so hard all year long to keep your child safe.... Don't let the 4th of July mess with your common sense.
Did you know?
Sparklers burn at an extremely high heat: 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit—hot enough to melt some metals.
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), about 10,200 people were treated in hospital emergency departments for fireworks injuries in 2022. Of these injuries over 28% were to children under the age of 15.
Injury can be prevented!
Most fireworks injuries and deaths are preventable. CPSC urges consumers to celebrate safely this holiday by following these safety tips:
Never allow young children to play with or ignite fireworks, including sparklers. Sparklers burn at temperatures of about 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit—hot enough to melt some metals.
Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy, in case of fire or other mishap.
Make sure fireworks are legal in your area, and only purchase and set off fireworks that are labeled for consumer (not professional) use.
Never use fireworks while impaired by alcohol or drugs.
View fireworks from a distance!
There are great events happening throughout central AR. Here are just a few!
CABOT - 6PM | Cabot Sportsplex ($)
Cabot's Annual 4th of July Celebration is happening on Tuesday, July 4th at the Cabot Sportsplex (1245 Bill Foster Cabot, AR 72023)! The event will start at 6pm and will feature:
Massive Foam Party, LIVE music from Steve Hester Band, Inflatables and Bounce Houses, Multiple Food Truck Vendors and more! The fireworks will begin around 9:15pm.
CONWAY - 5PM | Saltillo Heights Baptist Church (FREE)
All you can eat fish fry! Fireworks to follow.
MORRILTON - 8AM-5PM | Petit Jean State Park (FREE)
July 4th fun and games-Tuesday at Petit Jean State Park from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.
JACKSONVILLE - 5PM | Jacksonville Shooting Sports Complex (FREE)
Gather your friends and family for some FREE FUN this Fourth of July at Big Bang on the Range! Join us for food, games, live entertainment and fireworks on July 4 at the AGFF/Jacksonville Shooting Sports Complex, located at 2800 Graham Road. Gates open at 5 p.m., and the fireworks show will begin at 9 p.m.
LITTLE ROCK - 5PM | First Security Amphitheater (FREE)
Pops on the River-Tuesday, 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. at the First Security Amphitheater on 400 President Clinton Avenue.
VILONIA - 7PM | Vilonia High School (FREE)
Free food, live band, inflatables, and train rides. Bring your lawn chairs and tents if you need some shade! The firedepartment will also have water to play in!
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