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Fireworks sold nationwide recalled just ahead of Fourth of July for malfunctions, injury risk
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Emily Van de Riet , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 3, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Consumer Product Safety Commission and involves products from Winco Fireworks International. Consumer Product Safety Commission's website or check with local sources such as KOSA CBS7 for further details.
A recall has been issued for certain fireworks sold nationwide due to potential explosion and burn hazards. The recall was announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and involves products from Winco Fireworks International.
The recall comes just before the Fourth of July holiday, a time when many people purchase and use fireworks. Two specific products from Winco Fireworks International are affected by the recall.
For more information on the recalled products, residents in the Midland area can visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's website or check with local sources such as KOSA CBS7 for further details.
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Category: safety Published: July 3, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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