Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Omer Awan is a practicing physician who covers public health. Fireworks explode over the National Mall as the U.S. Capitol (R) ...

Whether you stick to snakes and sparklers, or, as the lovable drifter in “Joe Dirt” would say, the stuff that goes boom, firework safety is key to enjoying the New Year’s holiday at home and not in a ...