Firework Tragedy Strikes Long Island: 2 Houses Set Ablaze, Multiple Injuries and Fatalities Reported Across the Country

A 33-year-old father was arrested for allegedly setting two houses on fire with an illegal firework on the 4th of July.

Tragedy Strikes on Long Island

A 33-year-old father was arrested for allegedly setting two houses on fire with an illegal firework on the 4th of July. He gave his 11-year-old son a firework and told him to light it causing it to malfunction and set a nearby shed ablaze, according to the report of The Blaze.

Quick Thinking Saves Mother’s Life

A single mother renting part of one of the affected homes fled for her life as the fire spread rapidly through her residence. She escaped without injury, but her home suffered extensive damage.

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Father Arrested and Charged

Karamjit Singh was arrested by the Arson Bomb Squad and charged with multiple counts, including second-degree arson and endangering the welfare of a child. He was released after pleading not guilty.

Multiple Accidents Rock Long Island and Beyond

This incident is one of several fireworks-related accidents reported on Long Island and beyond. In Suffolk County, a 21-year-old man suffered severe injuries in a fireworks accident, while a 66-year-old man lost a hand and fingers in a fireworks explosion.

Fatalities and Injuries Mount Nationwide

The 4th of July celebrations have been marred by tragedy this year, with multiple fatalities and injuries reported nationwide. A South Carolina man was killed after putting a lit firework on his head, while a Tennessee man died after a firework exploded in his hands. These incidents highlight the importance of caution and responsible behavior when it comes to fireworks.

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