SUMMARY: Fireworks are a major part of 4th of July celebrations but can lead to injuries if not handled properly. Charles Harrington offers safety tips, highlighting the importance of reading directions, adult supervision, and having a water source nearby. Common injuries include burns, explosions, and eye injuries from mishandled fireworks, such as bottle rockets. Key precautions include not relighting malfunctioned fireworks, shooting away from people, and never holding fireworks when lit. Dr. Crane recommends attending professional fireworks shows for the safest experience, noting over 9,000 emergency room visits related to fireworks in the US in 2023.

Fireworks safety a point for the Fourth.

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SUMMARY: This weekend, Pine residents have the chance to support their community through the second annual Rummage for Recovery sale, organized by Shay Smith with Renters for Recovery at Interlude House for Women. The event will be held at Carterville Baptist Church in Petal and aims to gather funds for the newly opened women's recovery home. Services provided include counseling, transportation, job assistance, and financial education. The event promises a large rummage sale, bake sale, face painting, and balloon animals for kids. In case of rain, updates will be shared on Facebook. The sale starts at 7 AM and ends at 2 PM.

Renters for Recovery will hold their annual rummage sale fundraiser at Carterville Baptist Church on Saturday.

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SUMMARY: This evening, Hattiesburg experiences mostly sunny skies with temperatures around 90°F, though it feels hotter due to high humidity. Wesboro reports similar conditions. Brief showers earlier in places like Purvis and Foxworth have dissipated. Laurel and Heidelberg remain hot and humid. Tonight's temperatures will cool to the low 80s, ideal for fireworks at the Star-Spangled Celebration. Meanwhile, Hurricane Barrel, a Category 4 storm, impacts Jamaica and is heading towards the Cayman Islands, Yucatan, and possibly the US-Mexico border. Locally, Fourth of July weather mirrors today with highs in the 90s and scattered afternoon showers, continuing into the weekend. Rain chances increase next week.

Patrick's Wednesday PM Forecast 7/3

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