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Washington Teen Shares Warning After Losing Foot In Fireworks Accident

Author Cort Freeman and Dave & Chuck the Freak
A Washington teen is sharing advice after losing his foot in a fireworks accident (Photo by Michael Smith/Getty Images)

A teenager in Washington is sharing a warning with the public after losing a foot in a fireworks accident! See what he had to say to help keep you and your family safe!

Every year, it seems like there’s a trending story about some sort of fireworks accident that left someone seriously injured or possibly even killed. You don’t want this to happen to you or someone at your party with fireworks. See what happened to this Washington teen and what he’s warning about below!

Teen Shares Warning After Losing Foot In Fireworks Accident

Accidents happen. You could do everything correctly and by the book, but still encounter a freak accident. These types of things can happen to anyone so it’s best to know everything you can do to keep yourself, family, or loved ones safe during a fireworks display.

According to FOX 13 Seattle, Xavian Harris was seriously injured last year in a fireworks accident after one blew up at the base of his feet. That accident reportedly left the high school wrestler with a missing foot. FOX 13 Seattle reports that the accident happened in 2023 a short distance from his house after a firework didn’t launch correctly and he tried to put it out. He tells FOX 13, “The only thing I remember was like a flash and a really, really big boom.”

Xavian tells FOX 13 that he found an abandoned tube with a mortar in it and took it to a trail head near his home to light it. However, he missed the tube so he picked it up and threw it and it started a grass fire. That’s when he started to panic so he tried to stomp it out. His brother and sister even tried to help him but he was able to push them away to safety just before the firework went off.

Xavian explained to FOX 13 that his heel was still in tact after the firework went off but his toes blew up. They were able to flag down some people who were passing by and were able to send word to his family about what had happened. Paramedics arrived to the scene and took Xavian to the hospital. There, FOX 13 says he was given a choice, “life or limb?” He chose life and the hospital put hm to sleep and when he woke up he was missing a foot.

Fireworks Safety: Use Common Sense Around Fireworks

Afterwards, Xavian spent months healing and learning how to walk using a prosthetic, per FOX 13 Seattle. It sounds like he was in good spirits during his physical therapy and was trying to bring laughter to those around him and share positivity. Now, he’s sharing his story to help ensure people learn from his mistake instead of it happening to them first-hand. Xavian tells FOX 13, “Please don’t make the same mistake I did.”

The family has set up an online fundraiser to help pay for his ongoing medical expenses. It’s been a tough road to recovery, but he’s reportedly feeling lucky. It could have ended much worse! This is why you have to be careful around fireworks. San Ramon Medical Center advises that you always have water handy (hose or bucket) and never relight a dud firework. Instead, you should wait 20 minutes and then soak it in a bucket of water. If a firework doesn’t go off, it’s best to just stay away. Also, remember not to hold any fireworks in your hand or have any part of your body over them while lighting them off! If you ever have any doubts, it’s always best to use common sense.

Have a great 4th of July and stay safe! See pictures from the teen who got in a fireworks accident below!

Cort Freeman was born and raised in Metro Detroit. He was named Clarkston High School 2009 Class Clown 13 years after graduating. Totally normal thing to happen. That’s thanks to his time spent as an Intern at Comedy Central and Social Media Correspondent for The Colbert Report. Cort has done comedy across the country, both standing up and sitting down. When he’s not trying to make you laugh on-air and online, he’s probably at home enjoying his favorite shows like Seinfeld, South Park, and The Office. He’s also totally uncomfortable writing about himself in the third person. Cort enjoys writing about comedy, food, sports, and entertainment. So, basically anything and everything.

5 Fantastic Songs To Play While Watching Fireworks

What are your favorite songs to play while watching fireworks? It’s important to have a great playlist to set the mood while you’re enjoying the show!

The 4th Of July is coming up and it’s almost time to get out the fireworks to put on a dazzling show. Whether you light off your own display or attend a public gathering, you’re going to need a dependable playlist for the night. However, not every song is a good song for fireworks. Check out our list below!

What Are The Best Songs To Play While Watching Fireworks?

Everyone will have their own unique list of songs to play while watching fireworks, and to each their own. However, some songs are just better during fireworks. It’s the same where some songs sound better in the winter or when you’re sad. The same thing goes! There are many songs out there that are perfect for the 4th of July or anytime you feel like putting on a fireworks show.

Recently, we put together a playlist for the eclipse and I think this is sort of the same thing. It’s a unique experience and there are songs out that written and produced for this moment! Some songs literally have “fireworks” in the title, and sometimes that can be enough to make them good choices for a fireworks display. Other songs are patriotic and great for Independence Day.

It’s important to get a good variety on your playlist. You don’t want every song on the playlist to be titled “Fireworks.” Likewise, you don’t want a full playlist of super patriot songs. You need a good mixture! A rock song into something classic followed by something more pop is a good way to keep some diversity on your playlist and make sure you’re entertaining the entire crowd. People will have different tastes in genres and moods and you’ll want to make sure everyone is having a good time. Are there going to be kids in attendance? That will play a part, too!

Picking only 5 songs to play while watching fireworks was no easy task. There are so many out there that fit the bill! So, some quality songs you’re expecting to be on the list might have ended up on the cutting room floor. That doesn’t mean they aren’t good songs for the 4th of July, though! For example, Katy Perry’s “Firework” is probably a song you’d expect to find on the list. You won’t though. I’m not putting Katy Perry on any playlist, thank you very much.

What songs did we miss? Which ones would you add to your playlist? Check out 5 fantastic songs to play while watching fireworks below!

The Best Songs To Play While Watching Fireworks

  • "TNT" - AC/DC

    You can’t go wrong with AC/DC during fireworks. “Thunderstruck” would be another solid choice, but I think the most fitting has to be “TNT.” Why? Well, for obvious reasons. Fireworks are explosions and TNT is also an explosive. The two go hand-in-hand. This is a great pick for when the fireworks are just getting started. It will get everyone ready and pumped up for what they are about to witness.

  • "My Songs Know What You Did In The Dark (Light Em Up)" - Fall Out Boy

    This Fall Out Boy hit is a must-add for your fireworks playlist. However, I don’t recommend you play a drinking game for every time they sing “Light Em Up.” Your night will quickly go downhill and you won’t remember the beautiful fireworks display and experience. This is a great pick for watching fireworks. They mention “light em up” 100 times and “fire” is also repeatedly mentioned. It’s a can’t miss for any 4th of July playlist.

  • "Star Wars (Main Theme)" - John Williams

    You’ve got to mix it up! Playing the Star Wars Main Theme is a great pick for while you’re watching fireworks. It’s different and unexpected but at the same time everyone will know it, recognize it, and appreciate it. It will make you feel like you’re in Star Wars! You can pretend the fireworks are the Death Star exploding or lasers during a fight. Let your imagination run wild! This would be a great song to hear during fireworks. You have to make it happen!

  • "Fireworks" - The Tragically Hip

    Around here we proudly support Canada and our neighbors to the north. That’s why we have to show respect to The Tragically Hip. They’re one of the most iconic Canadian bands and we will tolerate no disrespect. We recently shared a story about a the band releasing what’s been described as the ‘Holy Grail Of Unreleased Tracks‘. However, my favorite song of theirs is still “Fireworks” and there’s no better time to play it than the 4th of July. Add it to your playlist, you’ll understand.

  • "God Bless The USA" - Lee Greenwood

    There were many different directions we could have gone with this 5th and final pick. I thought about “Fireworks” by Animal Collective. That’s always one on my list, but I don’t think it would be appreciated or enjoyed on majority of people’s playlists. I mulled some pop songs but couldn’t pick one. Instead, let’s go with something patriotic! It’s the 4th of July and the best time to pay respect to the beloved Red, White, and Blue. I thought this song would be the best during a fireworks display. It’s soft but impactful and everyone can sing along.

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