 While the 4th of July is only one week away and you can count on people celebrating with fireworks of course, but any type of fireworks that fly or explode are illegal in Minnesota. Hady Clatter shows us how the 4th is also a reason to be safe. With the 4th of July around the corner there will be lots of red, white and blue in fireworks too. Around this time of the year it's fireworks season and for generous Jerry fireworks their top seller is this big Jerry assortment. We have a very limited time that fireworks are actually legal that they're able to be enjoyed. Minnesota law allows the sale and possession and use of non-expulsive fireworks such as sparklers and party poppers. Fireworks must be handled with caution or there can be injuries. Safety is the number one importance so when we're setting them off make sure that everybody is clear of the area. Again, you light it and use it as it's designed and then we create a safe distance between awesome the firework. According to the Minnesota State Fire Marshal Division there were 709 fireworks injuries in 2016. On average the Bemidji Fire Department receives about 25 calls related to fires or injuries from fireworks during the holiday weekend. The law is different in Red Lake and people are willing to travel. There you're able to purchase missiles, firecrackers and bottle rockets which are usually illegal. You still have to be at least 18 years old to buy fireworks. I think that you are purchasing Grand Forks or Wisconsin right here. We work with vendors in those areas and everything they have we can get them at you know good deals here. At Red Lake Nation fireworks they try to inform the public of their product by handing out pamphlets and having a demo show. We tell them what you know what we're lighting off and it gives them a chance to see what it does before they purchase it. If you're caught with illegal fireworks the consequence is very based on the amount you have. Whether that is a confiscation and a warning all the way up to being cited. Dawn Peterson was out buying fireworks and feels comfortable now that her children are older. She says any injuries suffered from fireworks are the buyer's responsibility. They all have warnings. We've been told about this since we've been young and heard about it. Officials warn you not to reignite use fireworks, have adult supervision and use common sense with fireworks. In Bemidji, Haiti quarter Lakeland News. And for more information on legal fireworks and their safety you can visit our website at lptv.org. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.