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Celebrate Safely This Fourth of July | Texas News
Travis County’s Fourth of July safety alert: Skip the fireworks, stay cool, and keep everyone safe. With over 13,000 injuries and 15 deaths tied to fireworks last year—mostly affecting kids and causing hand, finger, and face injuries—officials urge you to watch professional shows instead. Fireworks are banned in Austin and Travis County parks. Plus, extreme heat means hydrate, wear sunscreen, avoid leaving kids or pets in cars, and call 911 for heat emergencies. Some parks may close at capacity, and personal watercraft are restricted near certain Lake Austin ramps. Stay smart, stay safe, and…
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