State Fire Marshal Urges Fireworks Safety

SPRINGFIELD —  The Illinois State Fire Marshal is urging fireworks safety over the July 4th holiday.  The National Fire Protection Association says fireworks started more than 32-thousand fires in 2023.  These fires caused an estimated 15 deaths, dozens of injuries and 142-million-dollars in direct property damage.  These fires aren’t only caused by commercial fireworks, but also by novelty fireworks that are sometimes purchased at local supermarkets.