Multiple US Men Sustain Severe Hand Injuries in Fourth of July Fireworks Accidents

Two serious fireworks-related hand injuries were reported during Fourth of July celebrations in 2025. In Monroe near Seattle, a man suffered catastrophic hand injuries that led to the amputation of his entire hand after a mortar firework exploded, despite quick medical response and tourniquet application. Separately, in Miami, a 23-year-old man lost his right index finger and sustained third-degree burns when a firework with a short fuse exploded in his hand during a gathering; he was hospitalized at Ryder Trauma Center and is recovering. Both incidents highlight the dangers of fireworks, with emergency responders stressing the importance of caution to prevent such devastating accidents. No additional injuries were reported in the Miami incident, and overall emergency calls were relatively quieter across the Snohomish district that Fourth of July weekend. Fire officials continue to urge the public to enjoy celebrations safely while acknowledging the risks fireworks pose.