Man killed while handling fireworks – NBC Chicago

An investigation is underway in Chicago after a man died while handling fireworks on July 4.

The incident occurred at 10 p.m. in the 3000 block of North Kostner Avenue, Chicago police said.

According to authorities, a 34-year-old man suffered trauma to his body while handling fireworks. He was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.

The investigation was carried out by criminal investigators, but further details were not disclosed.

Illinois is one of three states that bans some or all retail fireworks, although they can be purchased in neighboring states such as Indiana and Iowa. Under the Pyrotechnic Use Act, signed in 1942, the purchase, sale and possession of “retail fireworks” is prohibited throughout the state.

However, Illinois residents may legally possess items labeled as “novelty effects,” such as sparklers, under state law.

However, municipalities can pass an ordinance banning such items. In the city of Chicago, for example, all fireworks, including sparklers, are illegal.

According to the State Fire Marshal, fireworks displays are only allowed in locations where appropriate measures have been taken. To hold a fireworks display using approved fireworks, a resident must complete training with the local fire department, undergo an inspection of the premises and apply for a permit from a local authority.

Although private fireworks are available for those performing this procedure, the State Fire Marshal strongly recommends that citizens view fireworks displays put on by professionals instead.

“Fireworks are never safe and the only thing we can do is mitigate the potential danger,” the agency said.