North America Marks July Holidays With Fireworks, Warnings

July holiday celebrations in North America are marked by both tradition and evolving public sentiment, with nearly half of Canadians in 2025 finding greater meaning in Canada Day, which is influencing their travel and festivities. In the United States, special events such as North Tonawanda's 'Fireworks on the Canal' and public firework displays in places like Bridgeview, IL, and Southwest Florida focus on entertainment and safety. Organizations including the American Red Cross are urging the public to attend professional fireworks shows rather than set off their own. Family-run fireworks businesses, such as Nebraska's 80-year-old Clouse family operation, remain central to the seasonal industry. Meanwhile, increased fireworks sales in Bulloch County, Georgia, have led officials to issue safety warnings, highlighting the risk of injuries, especially to children. Celebrations are widespread, but public safety is a major concern.