# Fireworks Mayhem: 2025 Edition **URL:** \ **Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\ **Created:** [June 27, 2025, 1:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198 "2025-06-27T13:20:23Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 2
**Author:** ![Biotop](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/biotop/32/321_2.png) [@Biotop](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Biotop)\ **Post date:** [July 4, 2025, 1:33am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198/21 "2025-07-04T01:33:42Z")
> [@LSLGuy](#): > > I wonder how many residence fires and fatalities are created every year by Christmas trees? Here you go: > **[Christmas Tree Fires: Statistics & Prevention Tips |](https://www.candsins.com/blog/christmas-tree-fires-statistics-prevention-tips/)** > > Christmas tree fires are both very dangerous and very preventable. Share these facts and tips with your loved ones before they shop for or decorate a tree. ---
**Author:** ![Biotop](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/biotop/32/321_2.png) [@Biotop](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Biotop)\ **Post date:** [July 4, 2025, 1:36am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198/22 "2025-07-04T01:36:17Z")
> [@WolfpackJeep](#): > > Or turkey fryer fires! I get anxious every year when my neighbor sets his up in the backyard. Holy crap! > **[The Number One State for Deep Frying Turkey Accidents Is… - RestorationHQ](https://restorationhq.us/the-number-one-state-for-deep-frying-turkey-accidents/)** > > The winner and seven year reigning champion for most grease- \[…\] ---
**Author:** ![Biotop](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/biotop/32/321_2.png) [@Biotop](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Biotop)\ **Post date:** [July 4, 2025, 1:41am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198/23 "2025-07-04T01:41:28Z")
Yet the clear winner is fireworks. I could not find a statistic for teens slashed at Halloween or regrettable Easter Egg hunt accidents. > **[Fireworks](https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety-Education-Centers/Fireworks)** ---
**Author:** ![LSLGuy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/lslguy/32/5813_2.png) [@LSLGuy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/LSLGuy)\ **Post date:** [July 4, 2025, 10:56am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198/24 "2025-07-04T10:56:38Z")
> [@Spiderman](#): > > Setting it up in the back yard is probably fine (unless it’s _really_ dry); setting it up on the back _porch_, OTOH… It’s raining. I know, let’s set up the fryer in the garage! We’ll stay nice and dry. ---
**Author:** ![Chefguy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/chefguy/32/138_2.png) [@Chefguy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Chefguy)\ **Post date:** [July 4, 2025, 12:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198/25 "2025-07-04T12:41:29Z")
This is Sadie’s first 4th with us. Somebody was setting things off last night; loud enough to wake me up. Sadie usually sleeps on the bed with us, but was hiding last night, I’m guessing from the noise. ---
**Author:** ![Biotop](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/biotop/32/321_2.png) [@Biotop](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Biotop)\ **Post date:** [July 4, 2025, 12:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198/26 "2025-07-04T12:51:01Z")
> **[Multiple homes burn in Pacoima fireworks explosion; woman critically injured](https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2025-07-03/1-critically-injured-in-major-emergency-fireworks-explosion-at-pacoima-home)** > > More than 130 firefighters battled a fire involving fireworks explosions that engulfed four homes in Pacoima and critically injured a woman on Thursday night, authorities said. > **[Firework safety reminder after two fires in Stevens County](https://www.khq.com/news/fireworks-spark-overnight-fires-in-stevens-county/article_9ba6b4d4-9cfd-414d-b6da-f6804633fc22.html)** > > STEVENS COUNTY, Wash. – Stevens County Fire District No. 1 crews have been busy responding to multiple fires, reportedly sparked by fireworks. Since midnight on July 3, there were eight > **[Fireworks allegedly caused grass fire in Adams County](https://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/video/fireworks-allegedly-caused-grass-fire-in-adams-county/)** > > The fire was allegedly started by a group of children playing with fireworks in the Colorado county. > **[Fireworks cause $25,000 in smoke damage to west Lincoln home](https://www.klkntv.com/fireworks-cause-25000-in-smoke-damage-to-west-lincoln-home/)** > > When crews arrived, the fire was already put out, but LFR said there was significant smoke damage. ---
**Author:** ![ParallelLines](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/parallellines/32/3575_2.png) [@ParallelLines](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ParallelLines)\ **Post date:** [July 4, 2025, 5:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198/27 "2025-07-04T17:10:17Z")
Just for the record, last night someone was setting off _serious_ fireworks at 11pm to midnight. The sort where the boom (they only did 2-3 and then stopped or skedaddled) physically shook the windows, and was likely within a few blocks. Thankfully I and our houseguests were awake, and while the scaredy-cat was freaked out briefly, they calmed down quickly. No fires or suddenly de-handed individuals in the local news. ---
**Author:** ![bobot](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bobot/32/21622_2.png) [@bobot](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/bobot)\ **Post date:** [July 4, 2025, 10:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198/28 "2025-07-04T22:00:04Z")
> [@Chefguy](#): > > One of the assholes lived right down the street, but I could never identify who it was. He would go out at about 0300 or so every night for a week and let off one big bang to wake everyone up in the 'hood. Fucker. If only he did something unique, that would help identify him. ---
**Author:** ![Chefguy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/chefguy/32/138_2.png) [@Chefguy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Chefguy)\ **Post date:** [July 4, 2025, 11:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198/29 "2025-07-04T23:25:57Z")
> [@bobot](#): > > If only he did something unique, that would help identify him. Yeah, I could have dressed all in black and staked out every house on every block in all directions. Sounds like a practical solution. ---
**Author:** ![Biotop](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/biotop/32/321_2.png) [@Biotop](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Biotop)\ **Post date:** [July 5, 2025, 2:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198/30 "2025-07-05T02:24:29Z")
> **[Fireworks mishap injures one person, damages Nimishillen Township garage](https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/local/stark-county/2025/07/04/nimishillen-township-fire-responds-to-fireworks-mishap/84473625007/)** > > Six fire agencies responded to an injured person and a garage fire in Nimishillen Township that was started by fireworks. > **[Oakland firefighters on high alert following two fireworks-related fires](https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/oakland-firefighters-high-alert-fireworks/3907768/)** > > Illegal fireworks are already at the center of two fire investigations in the East Bay this week, and it's one of many reasons why officials are asking the community to leave fireworks shows to professionals. > **[Fourth of July fire in Caldwell](https://www.ktvb.com/article/news/local/early-morning-fourth-of-july-fire-local/277-4e60d1d4-8f0f-4e59-98bf-06f2e9ddeccc)** > > Firefighters from three departments worked together to control a fire that broke out early Friday morning in Caldwell. > **[Dog dies in fireworks accident; St. Pete police investigating](https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/pinellascounty/dog-dies-fireworks-accident-st-pete-florida/67-c6fd4ed4-e559-4226-a63f-630d39148dc6)** > > HEARTBREAKING 💔 Witnesses told police that people were setting off fireworks and tossing them in an alley behind some houses. > **[Multiple injured after fireworks accidentally detonated in West Wendover](https://www.fox13now.com/news/local-news/northern-utah/wendover-firefighter-injured-in-accidental-detonation-of-citys-fireworks-show)** > > West Wendover officials confirm multiple people were injured, including a firefighter, after fireworks were accidentally detonated Friday morning. > **[Man injures hand, wrist in Harvest fireworks accident](https://www.waff.com/2025/07/04/man-injures-hand-wrist-harvest-fireworks-accident/)** > > A man was transported to the hospital following a fireworks accident on Thursday night in Harvest. ---
**Author:** ![Johnny\_L.A](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/johnny_l.a/32/1084_2.png) [@Johnny\_L.A](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Johnny_L.A)\ **Post date:** [July 5, 2025, 4:19am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198/31 "2025-07-05T04:19:13Z")
Watching a documentary on The History Channel:_America: A Story Of Us_ - ‘Bust; WWII’. 2,403 Americans were killed in the attack on Pearl Harbor, My [great-great-uncle](https://gonebutnotforgotten.homestead.com/kirkpatrick.html) was one of them. A Doper was a docent at the USS _Arizona_ Memorial, and recognised his name. ---
**Author:** ![SCAdian](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/scadian/32/3292_2.png) [@SCAdian](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SCAdian)\ **Post date:** [July 5, 2025, 4:37am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198/32 "2025-07-05T04:37:19Z")
Nowhere near as many neighbourhood fireworks today as most years, with a noticeable lack of them at the house just south of us, which has a new owner and/or new tenants this year. There seemed to be only one house involved, instead of the usual four or five, and they stopped a couple hours earlier than they normally do. Alice, the Maine coon we lost a few years ago, would have been hiding under the couch after the first few loud bangs. (She hated thunderstorms, too.) Tonight Yoda, the youngest of our current cats, was staring out the window trying to see what was making all the noise. ---
**Author:** ![Spice\_Weasel](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/spice_weasel/32/5435_2.png) [@Spice\_Weasel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spice_Weasel)\ **Post date:** [July 5, 2025, 4:46am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198/33 "2025-07-05T04:46:59Z")
Took the kid to his first show and my first show in twenty years, I think. I used to go every year as a kid and we’d all stop and get fireworks and have sparklers as dusk fell. I loved the snake things. While we were waiting a few people set off some bigger fireworks far away from us, but I didn’t see a single sparkler. Times have changed I guess. Lots of light sabers. My uncle had multiple skin grafts on his hand and arm trying to set off an illegal bottle rocket. Booze and fireworks aren’t a great match. It was a good show though. ---
**Author:** ![Biotop](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/biotop/32/321_2.png) [@Biotop](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Biotop)\ **Post date:** [July 5, 2025, 12:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198/34 "2025-07-05T12:20:10Z")
> **[Fourth of July fireworks explosion at Lake Martin leaves multiple people injured](https://www.al.com/news/2025/07/fireworks-explosion-on-boat-leaves-multiple-people-injured-in-lake-martin.html)** > > The number of injured and the severity of their injuries is currently unknown. > **[Rapper 4Xtra blows up his hand with fireworks in shocking July 4 accident](https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/us/rapper-4xtra-blows-up-his-hand-with-fireworks-in-shocking-july-4-accident/articleshow/122260939.cms?from=mdr)** > > Rapper 4Xtra, from Los Angeles, is reportedly injured. This happened during Fourth of July celebrations. A firework exploded near him. Before the accident, he posted a video on Instagram. The video showed him with firecrackers. Social media posts... > **[Man dies in fireworks incident in Wareham](https://www.nbcboston.com/news/local/man-killed-in-fireworks-incident-in-wareham/3759567/)** > > A 70-year-old man was killed in what authorities described as a fireworks incident in Wareham, Massachusetts, this Fourth of July. > **[Man airlifted following fireworks accident - Wise County Messenger](https://www.wcmessenger.com/articles/man-airlifted-following-fireworks-mishap/)** > > A man was flown to a Metroplex hospital after sustaining a traumatic injury involving fireworks Friday evening.  The accident occurred at about 9:30 p.m. in the area of County Road 1540 near Chico.  Wise County EMS Administrator Randall... > **[Fireworks explosion erupts at Blue Creek](https://www.alexcityoutlook.com/news/fireworks-explosion-erupts-at-blue-creek/article_2e6cc0bb-eb58-4d3b-b860-51aea9a78a99.html)** > > At least five were injured at Blue Creek during an annual Fourth of July fireworks show. > **[Fireworks mishap leaves 1 person with severe injuries in Niagara County](https://www.wgrz.com/article/news/local/person-handling-fireworks-suffers-severe-hand-injuries/71-2da17970-1529-4d54-a635-ec6e45f9b901)** > > One man suffered serious injuries to his hand, chest, and abdomen on the Fourth of July. > What caused the injuries—and where it happened: ---
**Author:** ![Biotop](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/biotop/32/321_2.png) [@Biotop](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Biotop)\ **Post date:** [July 5, 2025, 12:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198/35 "2025-07-05T12:30:33Z")
> **[Hartford apartment building fire; sparked by consumer fireworks](https://www.fox6now.com/news/hartford-apartment-building-fire-sparked-consumer-fireworks)** > > A fire at an apartment building in Hartford on Friday, July 4, was sparked by consumer fireworks being launched into the air nearby, Hartford Fire & Rescue officials said. > **[Firework-related fires erupt in Des Moines](https://www.kcci.com/article/firework-related-fires-erupt-in-des-moines/65302929)** > > The fires were at Leland Avenue and Southwest 27th Street early Saturday morning. > **[Garage fire believed to originate from fireworks](https://www.wbay.com/2025/07/05/garage-fire-believed-originate-fireworks/)** > > Attached garage caught fire in Fond du Lac after fireworks were discarded in or around garbage cans. > **[Fireworks spark grass fire near Padre Island Yacht Club](https://www.kristv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/corpus-christi/padre-island/fireworks-spark-grass-fire-near-padre-island-yatch-club)** > > "In true Fourth of July tradition" Nueces County ESD 2 says fireworks are to blame for a grass fire -- again. > **[Authorities report 2 house fires in Shelby Co., with Fourth of July fireworks...](https://www.actionnews5.com/2025/07/05/authorities-report-2-house-fires-shelby-co-with-fourth-july-fireworks-believed-be-behind-1/)** > > Authorities report that two Shelby County homes erupted in flames this Independence Day, with fireworks believed to be responsible for at least one. > **[First responders work to put out multiple fires across the Las Vegas Valley](https://www.fox5vegas.com/2025/07/05/first-responders-work-put-out-multiple-fires-across-las-vegas-valley/)** > > First responders across the Las Vegas Valley are responding to multiple outside fires following fireworks show displays. > **[Several fires reported in Snohomish County as Independence Day celebrations...](https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/several-fires-reported-snohomish-county-as-independence-day-celebrations-begin/281-99b7f55c-fabb-4a7b-81f5-db6159cd1203)** > > Snohomish Fire and Rescue added extra crews on Friday to handle the annual spike in fireworks-related calls. > **[Multiple houses catch fire in Florin area, LiveCopter 3 shows](https://www.kcra.com/article/multiple-houses-on-fire-florin-area-livecopter-3/65302571)** > > LiveCopter 3 caught the fire a couple of minutes before firefighters arrived on the scene. In that time, the fire engulfed both buildings. > **[Fire in Sun Valley, Potentially Fireworks-Related, Knocked Down - MyNewsLA.com](https://mynewsla.com/crime/2025/07/04/fire-in-sun-valley-potentially-fireworks-related-knocked-down/)** > > Fire crews Friday knocked down flames engulfing a row of detached garages and two automobiles in the Sun Valley neighborhood of Los Angeles. The fire was reported around 9 p.m. Friday in the 8100 block of De Garmo Avenue, by the Golden State (5)... ---
**Author:** ![Biotop](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/biotop/32/321_2.png) [@Biotop](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Biotop)\ **Post date:** [July 5, 2025, 6:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198/36 "2025-07-05T18:40:48Z")
> **[Child seriously injured during fireworks mishap in Buena Park on Fourth of July](https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/news/child-seriously-injured-fireworks-mishap-buena-park-fourth-of-july/)** > > Authorities did not reveal the extent of her injuries. > **[Leftover fireworks cause multiple dumpster fires across city](https://fox11online.com/news/local/leftover-fireworks-cause-multiple-dumpster-fires-across-city)** > > APPLETON (WLUK) -- The Appleton Fire Department responded to multiple dumpster fires across the city overnight.The fires were said to be caused by left-over fi > **[Fireworks accident near Big Bear Lake in Preston County sends man to hospital...](https://www.wvnews.com/news/wvnews/fireworks-accident-near-big-bear-lake-in-preston-county-sends-man-to-hospital-with-severe/article_4b1e874c-05e7-4cd4-8dd3-ae71426a22d2.html)** > > BRUCETON MILLS, W.Va. (WV News) — A man was seriously injured in a fireworks accident late Friday night near Big Bear Lake in Preston County, prompting a rapid emergency response. > **[13-year-old dies after firework accident in Mahnomen County](https://www.valleynewslive.com/2025/07/05/13-year-old-dies-after-firework-accident-mahnomen-county/)** > > The incident remains under investigation pending an autopsy. > **[1 Critical, 4 Others Injured in Antioch Fireworks Explosion](https://contracosta.news/2025/07/05/1-critical-4-others-injured-in-antioch-fireworks-explosion/)** > > Just after midnight, a fireworks explosion in the City of Antioch resulted in one critical patient and four others injured. > **[Overnight building fire was caused by fireworks, officials say](https://www.kfvs12.com/2025/07/05/overnight-building-fire-was-caused-by-fireworks-officials-say/)** > > Crews extinguished a fire overnight in Carbondale, Illinois. > **[Crews battle Bartlett house fire among several fireworks calls, officials say](https://www.fox13memphis.com/news/crews-battle-bartlett-house-fire-among-several-fireworks-calls-officials-say/article_384302d3-bd21-40bd-a5a8-b0d577c45229.html)** > > The Bartlett Fire Department said fireworks did not cause the house fire. However, firefighters did receive several other calls involving fireworks while this house fire was occurring. > **[McClellanville investigates fire outside town hall after Fourth of July...](https://abcnews4.com/news/local/mcclellanville-investigates-fire-outside-town-hall-after-fourth-of-july-fireworks-incident-charleston-county-sheriffs-office-wciv-abc-news-4-7-5-2025)** > > McClellanville town officals are investigating a latenight fire outside of town hall > **[Fireworks left on driveway spark Cape Coral car fire on the Fourth of July](https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/fireworks-cape-coral-car-fire/65303868)** > > Firefighters were called to a home in Cape Coral after fireworks left near a car set it ablaze Friday night. > **[Fireworks lead to Hannibal house fire – Muddy River News](https://muddyrivernews.com/noteworthy/fireworks-lead-to-hannibal-house-fire/20250705093024/)** > > HANNIBAL, Mo. An errant firework led to a house fire on Friday, according to the Hannibal Fire Department. At about 2:15 p.m., HFD was dispatched to 923 Center for a report of a structure fire. All stations responded with eight on duty crew members... > **[MPD: Fire starts after fireworks thrown into a store](https://www.yahoo.com/news/mpd-fire-starts-fireworks-thrown-155645931.html)** > > MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A fire started in a South Memphis store after suspects threw fireworks behind the counter, Memphis Police said. At 1:06 a.m., officers responded to a vandalism in the 600 block of Danny Thomas Blvd. The complainant told officers that... > **[Oakland resident injured, 2 dogs dead in fire caused by illegal fireworks |...](https://keyt.com/news/2025/07/05/oakland-resident-injured-2-dogs-dead-in-fire-caused-by-illegal-fireworks/)** > > By Jose Fabian Click here for updates on this story    OAKLAND, California (KPIX) -- An Oakland resident was injured, and two dogs ---
**Author:** ![Biotop](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/biotop/32/321_2.png) [@Biotop](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Biotop)\ **Post date:** [July 6, 2025, 11:50am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198/37 "2025-07-06T11:50:12Z")
> **[Holiday fireworks accident in Snohomish results in man losing his hand](https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/holiday-fireworks-accident-snohomish-results-man-losing-his-hand/GXHR3ZBUEBAALCWAFNU2Q4S3SA/)** > > A man arrived at Station 33 on Fales Road near Monroe with severe hand injuries caused by fireworks. > **[CareFlight requested after child injured by fireworks in Darke County](https://www.whio.com/news/local/careflight-requested-after-child-injured-by-fireworks-darke-county/BJ6KKIQHIFCSVDNZB4OHYPQ7GE/)** > > Medics and deputies responded around 9:35 p.m. to the 7000 block of Auld Road on reports that a child suffered a fireworks injury. > **[Safety officials urge caution after Miami man injured during firework mishap](https://www.local10.com/news/local/2025/07/05/safety-officials-urge-caution-after-miami-man-injured-during-firework-mishap/)** > > A Fourth of July celebration turned dangerous for a 23-year-old Miami man who authorities say injured his hand during a fireworks mishap Friday night. > **[News Item: Teen Injured in Fireworks Accident in Kulpmont - Newsradio 1070 WKOK](https://www.wkok.com/news-item-teen-injured-in-fireworks-accident-in-kulpmont/)** > > KULPMONT — A 17-year-old male was seriously injured in a fireworks accident Saturday evening in Kulpmont. The News Item is reporting… Fire officials say the teen was handling a firework, possibly an M-80, when it exploded around 6:30pm. Scanner... > **[Explosion at private fireworks display in Leadwood injures 6](https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/local/st-francois-county-explosion-injuries-fireworks-mortar-missing/63-373ad648-79a7-4d30-ab5b-f441f3694d09)** > > Leadwood fire officials are searching for a dangerous mortar-style firework after it went missing before a crew member could secure it. > **[Horses injured after fireworks set off nearby](https://www.nbcsandiego.com/videos/horses-injured-after-fireworks-set-off-nearby/3862565/)** > > An equestrian community in Del Mar heights is concerned tonight after they believe illegal 4th of July fireworks scared and even injured some of their horses. NBC 7’s Kelvin Henry has the details > **[Fireworks cause series of incidents across western North Dakota](https://www.kfyrtv.com/2025/07/05/fireworks-cause-series-incidents-across-western-north-dakota/)** > > First responders were busy in the past 24 hours responding to fireworks-related incidents across western North Dakota. > **[Homeowner from fireworks explosion passes away](https://www.kob.com/new-mexico/homeowner-from-fireworks-explosion-passes-away/)** > > Albuquerque neighrbors near a house that exploded with fireworks on Wednesday tell KOB the homeowner has passed away. > **[An iconic Templeton landmark burns after owners say a firework caused the...](https://www.ksby.com/templeton/an-iconic-templeton-landmark-burns-after-owners-say-a-firework-caused-the-building-to-ignite)** > > It was just after 11 at night on the Fourth of July when Templeton Feed and Grain went up in flames. The family-owned and operated business has been a landmark in the community since 1946. > **[Murfreesboro house fire caused by discarded used fireworks, officials say](https://www.wsmv.com/2025/07/06/murfreesboro-house-fire-caused-by-discarded-used-fireworks-officials-say/)** > > MFRD said the home’s siding and a nearby vehicle were damaged by the fire. > **[Discarded fireworks cause house fire in Marcus, Iowa](https://www.ktiv.com/2025/07/05/no-one-injured-home-total-loss-after-fire-cherokee-county/)** > > Northwest Iowa home and garage are a total loss, after the improper disposal of fireworks after the Fourth of July. > **[Discarded fireworks catch part of Lee's Summit house on fire](https://www.kmbc.com/article/discarded-fireworks-house-fire-lees-summit/65304450)** > > Crews were called to a home near Longview and Pryor roads around 4:30 a.m. Saturday ---
**Author:** ![Biotop](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/biotop/32/321_2.png) [@Biotop](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Biotop)\ **Post date:** [July 6, 2025, 12:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198/38 "2025-07-06T12:04:32Z")
> **[Two homes in Phoenix-area catch fire from fireworks on July Fourth](https://www.azfamily.com/video/2025/07/06/two-homes-phoenix-area-catch-fire-fireworks-july-fourth/)** > > Several people are temporarily without homes after fireworks reportedly led to two house fires on the Fourth of July. Two homes caught fire due to nearby fireworks, fire officials say. > **[Nassau police: South Farmingdale brush fire believed to be caused by fireworks](https://longisland.news12.com/nassau-police-south-farmingdale-brush-fire-believed-to-be-caused-by-fireworks)** > > Officials responded to the area of Cinque Drive just after 9:30 p.m. Saturday. > **[Large sideshow moves through East Bay as illegal fireworks spark brush fire](https://www.ktvu.com/news/large-sideshow-moves-through-east-bay-illegal-fireworks-spark-brush-fire)** > > A large sideshow wreaked havoc – even sparking a brush fire – as it moved through the East Bay early Saturday. About 200 cars – and a barrage of fireworks – were on the move from Rodeo to Vallejo.  > **[Residential fires in Everett among dozens across western Washington](https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/fireworks-dozens-fires-western-washington/281-8b3f3085-ac9a-43b7-8c46-fc78e91a06b7)** > > Fire departments across western Washington reported a spike in fires over the Fourth of July, with many believed to be caused by fireworks. > **[Rooftop fire strikes Main Event entertainment center in Christiana. Fireworks...](https://www.delawareonline.com/story/news/local/2025/07/05/fire-at-main-event-entertainment-center-christiana-may-have-been-started-by-fireworks/84479620007/)** > > A rooftop fire at Main Event in Christiana caused an estimated $500,000 in total damages, with water and smoke damage included, fire officials said. > **[Town of Holland house fire potentially caused by firework launched in basement](https://www.tmj4.com/news/sheboygan-county/town-of-holland-house-fire-potentially-caused-by-firework-launched-in-basement)** > > Authorities responded to a home on S. Pine Beach Rd. for a report of a fire potentially started by a firework set off in the basement of a home, according to the Sheboygan County Sheriff's Office. > **[10 people displaced after house fire in Aurora, officials say](https://abc7chicago.com/post/aurora-fire-10-people-displaced-house-breaks-pearl-street-officials-say/16974295/)** > > Ten people are now staying with relatives after flames broke out Friday night at a home in Aurora. Officials said fireworks were reported nearby, but it's not yet clear if they caused the fire. > **[Multiple fires reported throughout Citrus Heights on July 4 – Citrus Heights...](https://citrusheightssentinel.com/2025/07/05/multiple-fires-reported-throughout-citrus-heights-on-july-4/)** > > Several fires broke out in Citrus Heights over the 4th of July holiday, according to officials... > **[Oakland Zoo evacuated due to vegetation fire](https://www.ktvu.com/news/oakland-zoo-evacuated-due-vegetation-fire)** > > The Oakland Fire Department said the fire may have been sparked by fireworks. ---
**Author:** ![Biotop](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/biotop/32/321_2.png) [@Biotop](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Biotop)\ **Post date:** [July 6, 2025, 12:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198/39 "2025-07-06T12:08:45Z")
Winding down now, I hope. We had pops going off in our neighborhood until about 1am Saturday. I am guessing most people have burned whatever they wanted to burn by today and have gotten it out of their systems for another year. Here’s wishing for a quiet Sunday to all. ---
**Author:** ![Lancia](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/lancia/32/17174_2.png) [@Lancia](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lancia)\ **Post date:** [July 6, 2025, 5:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198/40 "2025-07-06T17:26:44Z")
There’s some asshole in my neighborhood that shoots off mortars every 4th and NYE. They shoot barrage after barrage after barrage for 2+ hours. Fucking hell. Such fireworks are illegal in Oregon so whoever does it must invest a small fortune acquiring these damn things. Ever year we’re home for this I have this dark fantasy that I’ll suddenly hear ambulances and cop cars a few streets away and then on the following morning learn that the culprit is now laid up in the ICU missing multiple appendages and an eye or two. Never such luck. For the past several years my wife and I have evacuated to the coast on these holidays so we Do. Not. Have. To. Listen to these fucking things. This year though we didn’t make reservations in time so had to suffer through. The dog was terrified, my PTSD was triggered after several years of having it under control, and both our sleep schedules were ruined. Jerks. [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198.md?page=1) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fireworks-mayhem-2025-edition/1020198.md?page=3)