Fireworks Cause Multiple House Fires in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Oklahoma, Connecticut

Multiple recent fires across the U.S. have been linked to fireworks, highlighting significant safety concerns. In South Park Township and Bazetta Township, Pennsylvania and Ohio respectively, discarded fireworks ignited trash cans near homes, causing fires that were quickly extinguished thanks to neighbor alerts and rapid firefighter response. In Tulsa, Oklahoma, a late-night house fire heavily damaged a home with fireworks considered a possible cause, but all residents escaped safely. Similarly, in Hartford, Wisconsin, a rooftop fire at an apartment building was sparked by consumer fireworks launched nearby, causing minor damage but no injuries. Fire officials across these incidents have emphasized proper disposal of fireworks, the importance of fire extinguishers, and taking precautions such as soaking spent fireworks to prevent re-ignition. These events collectively underscore the risks fireworks pose when not handled or discarded safely during celebrations.