Jacksonville fireworks canceled after worker injured in accidental discharge

A fireworks technician was injured after an accident outside a fireworks display in the city. The Jacksonville Fire Department reported on social media that the JaxFest fireworks display for Wednesday night was canceled. The fire department said a contract worker was loading fuses into the fireworks display around 5 p.m. when an accidental discharge caused the fireworks to ignite. The worker suffered serious injuries, and a rescue helicopter flew the injured person to a Birmingham hospital for treatment. Their condition is stable, the fire department said. The fire chief said the state fire marshal’s office is investigating the accident. The Jacksonville Fire Department said the fireworks company plans to host another fireworks display at a later date. Your neighborhood: Local coverage from WVTM 13