Fireworks are a cornerstone of America's Fourth of July celebrations, but that can make the spirited holiday dangerous.

Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day or July 4th, is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the country's declaration of independence from Great Britain in 1776. This year, Independence Day falls on Thursday.

The Fourth of July is a celebration of all things American with parades, backyard barbecues and the night sky lit up with fireworks.