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illegal firework
Coverage of illegal firework in the Nexus archive.
- California mom goes ballistic after teen son’s hands are blown to pieces after near-deadly mistake
Two Orange County teenagers suffered severe injuries from a fireworks accident involving an illegal firework. Maria Escalante's son lost several fingers on his right hand after picking up the explosive device from the street.
- Sure you want to set off that illegal firework? A police drone might be watching
Law enforcement struggles to prevent illegal firework use because people stop when patrol cars or helicopters appear. Police are now using drones to monitor such activities.