Fireworks injuries up dramatically over the past 15 years, consumer agency says

Fireworks injuries in the United States are up 25% over the past 15 years, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. (AP)

Before you set off any of your own Fourth of July fireworks, here are some figures to keep in mind:

Fireworks injuries in the United States are up 25% over the past 15 years. And at least nine people died nationwide and an estimated 11,500 were injured last year in accidents involving fireworks, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.