- Store fireworks in a cool, dry place away from children and pets.
- Never give fireworks to small children, and never throw or point a firework toward people, animals, vehicles, structures or flammable materials.
- Always follow the instructions on the packaging.
- Keep a supply of water close by as a precaution.
- Make sure the person lighting the fireworks always wears eye protection.
- All Sky Lanterns must be tethered per Indiana State Law
- Light only one firework at a time and NEVER attempt to relight “a dud"
And holiday or no holiday, hospital patients will continue to need blood. Blood donations often drop around Independence Day due to fewer volunteer-hosted blood drives, and this year is no exception.With many donors on vacation, blood drive sponsors will not be hosting as many blood drives at their place of work, worship or community gathering. Hundreds of fewer blood drives are held the week of July 4 than an average week. The Red Cross is urging those who have never donated blood or platelets, as well as current donors, to make a donation appointment now and help sustain a sufficient blood supply this summer.
