Consumerist
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pets
No, Your Dog Does Not Want To Watch Fireworks And Drink Margaritas At The Beach
Consumer Reports is always ruining my fun. First, they want me to make sure that the fireworks I set off in my backyard are safety certified. Whatever. Now they're telling me that I shouldn't bring my dog to see fireworks with me. AND that I shouldn't give her any beer, or even let her help herself to the barbecue this weekend. More » -
recessionomics
Recession Is The Grinch That's Stealing Independence Day Fireworks
Hoping to snap out of your recession-borne funk by kicking back and enjoying some fireworks July 4? If so, you'd better hope you don't live in one of the 40 locales that have canceled their fireworks celebrations due to budget concerns. More » -
fireworks
Arizona May Legalize Fireworks, Putting Fools Throughout The State In Grave Danger
Consumer-grade fireworks are currently illegal in Arizona, but the sate government is considering passing a bill that would give the fire marshal the power to regulate the sale of them. This has caused an outcry from anti-fireworks types who say that even the less powerful consumer-grade products are too dangerous. Unfortunately, one of the most publicized opponents is a guy who was severely burned in 2004 because he was launching mortar-style fireworks from his moving car, and one blew back in through the window and set his stash on fire. More » -
travelodge
Those Aren't Bedbugs, Says Ohio Travelodge. They're Dirt!
People, we're never going to attract Canadian tourists if we keep scaring the hell out of them with fireworks and bedbugs. Esmond and his girlfriend were staying at a Travelodge in Sandusky, Ohio on July 5th, and couldn't sleep because of fellow Travelodge guests shooting off fireworks in the parking lot. Around 1:30 a.m. there was a loud boom:
I went to the window, to have a look. Turns out there were kids letting off more fireworks outside, the parents had let them roam freely. My girlfriend stood behind me to ask what was going on. I told her it was just some kids. We then turned on the lights and to my horror, there were BED BUGS on the bed!
Now he can't get a refund from Hotels.ca because Travelodge says their hotel is bedbug-free, and that Esmond just saw "some dirt kicked up on the bed." More »
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4th of july
Video: Fireworks Are Fun Until They Blow Up In Your Pants
Enjoy yourselves out there this 4th, folks, but do remember to be careful with those fireworks, as seen in this edited version of the CPSC fireworks safety video set to Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture. It's funny when mannequins blow up. Your hands, jeans, or the desk in front of your face, not so much. More » -
fireworks
Are Fireworks Legal In My State?
It's about that time again — when patriotic Americans from every walk of life celebrate the violent birth of this great nation by blowing shit up. We love it. That's why we'd like to help make sure you're aware of your state's (potentially uncool) laws regarding fireworks. We've posted the CPSC's summary of state regulations inside. Enjoy. More » -
your government
Chicago Woman Calls 911, Hears Hysterical Laughter Then Is Hung Up On
A Chicago woman called 311 (non-emergency police services) to report illegal and dangerous fireworks exploding over her home. She was transferred to 911 where she was greeted by hysterical laughter. More » -
unacceptable products
We Have No Comment About The Name Of This Box Of Walmart Fireworks
Reader Jay bought the above-pictured fireworks and then sent us a picture. Perhaps he thought we were actually an R. Kelly fansite? More » -
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If you need to blow things up on July 4th, please be careful. Light fireworks on a hard surface and keep a bucket of water nearby. Use a lighting stick, not your hands to light the fireworks - handless consumers have a tough time giving thumbs down to poor customer service. Particularly important: "If you don't understand [fireworks] or aren't sure how to use them, ask the firework experts before you leave the store."
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