There’s one night of the year where celebrations across the United States light up the map like no other. It’s the Fourth of July — when fine particulates fill the air.

Dr. Brett Lewellyn, a hand surgeon at Orlando Health, didn’t hold back when talking about these injuries. He said the numbers from last year are a “gruesome” reminder of what can go wrong. He even compared some of the hand injuries they see to holding “a small stick of dynamite” when it goes off.

Hosted by the Academy Award-winning Ariana DeBose, the 2025 Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks special is set to air live from New York City, where this year’s festivities will launch from four barges along the Lower East River. The event will feature performances by country singers, rockers, and Broadway stars alike.

Consumer fireworks have been legal for residents in Pennsylvania for years now, but there are some restrictions. Cities, including the three in the Lehigh Valley, can implement their own limits. Ahead of the July 4 holiday, local police departments are encouraging residents to be aware of the rules in place, and to be safe around fireworks.

Firework Injuries by Taking These Simple Steps By Denise Mann HealthDay ReporterTHURSDAY, (HealthDay News) — Fireworks are the pinnacle of many Fourth of July celebrations, and while they can be festive and fun,