WGY News: Sparking Up Sparkler Safety

St. Peter’s Health Partners, in light of recent changes to the New York Fireworks Law that legalized the use of “sparkler devices” in many Capital Region counties, is alerting the public to exercise safety and take precautions in their use during upcoming July 4 celebrations.

Dr. John Janikas, director of emergency medicine at Samaritan and Albany Memorial hospitals, shares outdoor safety tips for the summer so you can avoid a potential trip to the emergency room.

Dr. John Janikas, director of emergency medicine at Albany Memorial and Samaritan hospitals, shares some important safety tips about using sparklers or fireworks during the July 4 holiday weekend.