A brat, dip in the pool, and fireworks are all part of the perfect 4th of July. But they do come with risks.
That’s why both the Merrill and Wausau Fire departments are urging residents to take precautions in their 4th of July celebrations this week.
“Do things cautiously. Think about what you’re doing. Don’t take risks,” Battalion Chief Scott Krause of the Merrill Fire Department said.
With many firework shows canceled, firework sales are booming more that. That means more are launched at home, and there is more potential for danger. That’s why using them responsibly is key...“Any of the big boomers that go up, that’s going to be more of the people that are certified,” Wausau firefighter and paramedic Nate Zellner said.