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Burn Survivor's Plea: Rethink Sparkler Safety
1 Jul
Summary
- A woman suffered severe burns from sparklers, spending months in a coma.
- State officials report approximately 192 fireworks-related injuries annually.
- Over 70% of fireworks injuries occur during the month of July.
As the Fourth of July approaches, fire officials are emphasizing the heightened risk of injury associated with at-home fireworks. A new documentary shares the harrowing experience of Ginger Peters, who sustained severe burns across 40% of her body after using sparklers last year.
Peters spent months in a coma at the North Carolina Jaycee Burn Center and was recently honored by the state fire marshal. She is now advocating for increased caution, advising families to develop a safety plan and consider alternatives like glow sticks instead of sparklers.
Data from state officials reveals that North Carolina faces an average of 192 fireworks-related injuries annually. A significant majority of these incidents, over 70%, occur during the month of July, underscoring the holiday period's inherent dangers.
