A bolt of lightning can heat up to 50,000 °F in less than a second, helping to produce a sound we know as thunder. The temperature is around five times hotter than the surface of the Sun.

Here is a look at the firework laws in both Kentucky and Indiana. In Kentucky, all consumer fireworks are considered ...

Eden Prairie police urge caution with fireworks ahead of July Fourth, citing injury risks and Minnesota laws on illegal ...

The city of New Haven is preparing for its largest Fourth of July firework show, which will take place on Friday at the summit of East Rock Park.

Have you ever had a firework injury? Depending on the nature of the situation, lawsuits and arrests are possible.

The CFD placed its focus on sparklers, saying while they may seem harmless, they account for the second highest percentage of ...

Eugene Springfield Fire Department will hold two events where people can turn in illegal fireworks without fear of repercussions. The events will take place on July 2 and 5 from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p ...

“Only use fireworks in safe spaces away from people, houses and flammable material (dry grass, leaves, storm debris).

The Kingston Police Department took to social media to warn residents that they will be "cracking down on illegal fireworks in the City of Kingston." According to the post, "Sparkling devices are the ...

The Fourth of July each year highlights a regional disparity: the Midwest is home to states with some of the strictest and the most permissive fireworks laws. Minnesota, unlike neighboring Wisconsin ...

Thousands of freedom-loving citizens across the region are expected to celebrate the nation’s birth this weekend with ...

Ground and non-aerial fireworks keep the spectacle at or close to the ground. These include fountains, smoke effects, ...