![]() ![]() But Bob Weaver of Nevada's Goldfield Fireworks says pollution is mostly localized, while most accidents are due to human error or natural events such as lightning.īOB WEAVER: It always becomes controversial and in the news right around this time of year. SCHMITZ: The Consumer Product Safety Commission reported 11 deaths and more than 10,000 fireworks-related injuries last year in the U.S. JOSH PAPPAS: You're still handling a consumer-grade explosive device, and you need to handle that with respect and care and make sure you're following all of the directions for how to use the product safely that are on all the warning labels. INSKEEP: Joseph (ph) Pappas, a communications and technology director at Superior Fireworks in Orange Park, Fla., also points to safety concerns. SCHMITZ: That's Rick Boss, the president of Sky Elements Drone Shows. RICK BOSS: It's definitely a great alternative if you're worried about localized pollution that's happening when the fireworks go off and leave debris that might leave some heavy metals in the area. There's been a fresh push in recent years to use safer, cheaper and greener drones for light shows. INSKEEP: It's the season of fireworks - or has been. Here's a sound I've been hearing for days. ![]()
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