Fireworks Over America Recalls Fireworks Due to Shock Hazard
Released: Thursday, July 03, 2008 by CPSC
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Fireworks Over America, of Springfield, Mo., is voluntarily recalling about 84,250 Oh Chute Parachute with Streamer Fireworks. The parachutes can become entangled in overhead power lines causing a shock hazard to users and bystanders.
Recall Details
Product
Oh Chute Parachute with Streamer Fireworks
Description
The recalled Oh Chute Parachute with streamers is a firework item with a light blue cylinder with white clouds. The model name is printed in triplicate on the front of the tube and FOA #2085 is on the lower back of the tube. This item is sold separately or in a box of four.
Hazards
The parachutes can become entangled in overhead power lines causing a shock hazard to users and bystanders.
Incidents
Fireworks Over America has received one report of entanglement, in which a consumer’s hand was burned and shocked.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to either the place of purchase or Fireworks Over America for a full refund.
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