City Of Fort Worth: MedStar: Celebrate The Holiday Weekend Safely

Press release from City of Fort Worth:

July 02, 2021

The upcoming long weekend provides a grand opportunity to celebrate the nation’s heritage. But MedStar encourages everyone to celebrate safely.

Over the past two Independence Day holidays, MedStar crews have treated five patients with injuries related to fireworks (one with critical injuries), three drowning victims and four patients with injuries related to outdoor grilling.

While it is against the law to use, sell or possess fireworks in Fort Worth and all other MedStar member cities, the holiday typically brings a few 911 calls for traumatic injuries and burns related to fireworks-related activities. View fireworks safety tips from the National Council on Fireworks Safety.

To report a fireworks violation, call 817-392-4444 or report online. Please do not call 911 for non-emergency reporting.

July is one of the peak months for grilling fires. Enjoy grilling your favorite meals this summer while also keeping the family safe.

Many families turn to water to beat the heat. However, even fun water activities have serious risks if proper precautions aren’t taken.

Photo: The Fourth of July is a day to celebrate Uncle Sam, enjoy the summer weather and spend time with family and friends.

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