Lit sparklers are very hot, as hot as 1800°F to 3000°F. This is more than hot enough to cause severe skin burns, catch clothing on fire, and start wildfires.

Consider treating the family to a public fireworks display instead. The fireworks show at the Fourth of July Celebration in Kingston City Park is free. For more information on fireworks safety, see: (link...)

Have a safe and happy Fourth of July.

-- OneTahiti