Fireworks Burn!

Fireworks and sparklers are dangerous.

Did you know that more than 50% of the people burned by sparklers are under the age of five? This video will help you understand why sparklers aren't safe.

For Teachers

Important information that could save a life.

The Safety Smart program, from the Children's Burn Foundation, is an excellent starting point for anyone involved with children. Review these materials and use them, as appropriate.

For Kids

Are you ready to take the "Burn Challenge?"

Created by the Burn Institute, with funding from Fireman's Fund, the Burn Challenge is both fun and informative. It only takes a few minutes, and it could save a life!

In the United States, more than two million burn injuries are reported per year. Approximately 650,000 of those injuries are treated by medical professionals and 75,000 are hospitalized. Between 8,000 and 12,000 of patients with burns die, and approximately one million will sustain substantial or permanent disabilities resulting from their burn injury. (Journal of Burn Care & Rehabilitation, 1992)

One of the most important statistics related to burns is that most are needless injuries. Use this section of the website to help you get a grip on preventative measures that can help prevent you or your loved ones from facing the painful realities of burns.

Burn Videos ( 1 Article )
Videos related to burn prevention, burn recovery, and profiles of success stories.
Burn Education Articles ( 2 Articles )
Important information for teachers and adults related to burn prevention, safety, and recovery.
Kids Burn Articles ( 1 Article )
Burns are serious business. Some fun facts can help keep you safe!
Burn Articles ( 2 Articles )
General information about burns, plus profiles and information not covered elsewhere.

Newsflash

PAU GASOL SAYS, "Hey, kids! Join the team and learn to be FireSmart:LA! It's fun and it's easy"
Join Los Angeles Lakers star Pau Gasol, MySafe:LA and the Los Angeles Fire Department as we work to share Fire Prevention Week with everyone in the City of Angels. The LAFD responds to an average of 100 Major Emergency Fires every month. Don't let your home be one of them. Learn about Smoke Alarms, Escape Plans and much more. And join Pau as he visits an LA area school! Maybe your school will be next! [ watch Pau Gasol school visit ].