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Electric ShockJuly 3, 2008CPSC #08322

Fireworks Over America Recalls Fireworks Due to Shock Hazard

Product
Fireworks & Accessories
Units affected
84,250
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

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.

Hazard

The parachutes can become entangled in overhead power lines causing a shock hazard to users and bystanders.

Injuries

Fireworks Over America has received one report of entanglement, in which a consumer's hand was burned and shocked.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Various fireworks stores nationwide from April 2007 through June 2008 for about $2.50 each and $8 a box.

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