The biggest July 4 threat may not be what you expect

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Consumer fireworks are displayed for sale ahead of Independence Day as fire officials across several states urge residents to follow local restrictions and consider attending professional fireworks shows because of elevated wildfire danger. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

As millions of Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day, fire officials and emergency managers are urging people to think twice before setting off personal fireworks. With much of the western United States experiencing dangerous fire conditions and drought, several states and local communities have restricted or banned fireworks to reduce the risk of fast-moving wildfires.

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