Begin the New Year fireworks-safe

Though we usually think of fireworks for summer celebrations, New Year’s Eve is the time when the second most injuries from fireworks occur. The video you can watch by clicking here is from the California Statewide Safety and Education Program. Some child actors do a good job of showing close calls averted, not because the kids are careful but only because the Preventor shows up.

Those of us responsible for youngsters can help them stay safe by teaching them the dangers of fireworks. The Fireworks Safety section at keepkidshealthy.com is an excellent primer on the subject.