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Fireworks warnings as injuries rise despite laws
The National Safety Council warns that Independence Day fireworks will cause hundreds of injuries from bootlegged devices, despite strict state laws. The AMA notes deaths have fallen to zero in recent years as Americans travel rather than light fireworks. NFPA cites classifications of Class B and C fireworks and state bans, with fines up to 1000 dollars and possible jail terms up to a year. laws vary by state, creating a patchwork of enforcement.
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