Used fireworks should be soaked in water before disposal to avoid trash fires. MDFR also emphasizes staying hydrated and avoiding alcohol or other substances while handling fireworks. In case of an emergency, residents are reminded to call 911 immediately.

Fourth of July fireworks will return Friday on NBC, PBS and CNN. The networks will air TV specials such as "Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular."

In the weeks leading up to the holiday, Gary Souza and around 60 fellow pyrotechnicans are focused entirely on finalizing the 49th annual Macy’s show. But they are not strolling along the Brooklyn Bridge where it will take place, nor are they balancing aboard one of the four barges in the East River that will supply additional launch points.

Setting up for the 2025 Twin Falls 4th of July fireworks show