An 8-year-old girl died in Buena Park due to a fireworks mishap on July 4th; an investigation revealed the use of illegal fireworks led to her injuries. The homeowner was arrested with charges pending.

A young girl was killed after a fireworks mishap on the Fourth of July in Buena Park, authorities said. In a news release, the Buena Park Police Department said officers responded to the 8000 block of Cornflower Circle after seeing large quantities of fireworks at about 9:45 p.

A large illegal fireworks display, placed in the street by the homeowner, failed and began misfiring toward the home where the child was, police said.

Doctors describe some of the most common injuries caused by fireworks — and how to prevent them without missing out on the fun.

Fireworks are an integral part of American summers, particularly around the Fourth of July, but they also carry plenty of danger. In 2024, 11 Americans died and more than 14,700 were treated in the emergency room for fireworks-related injuries,