Avoid injury this Fourth of July by knowing how to protect yourself from fireworks.

According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, more than 9,000 firework injuries happen every year, and 47 percent are bystanders. If you or someone you know experiences a firework eye injury, be sure to get medical attention immediately. Some other tips on what to avoid include:

• Don’t rub your eyes
• Don’t rinse your eyes
• Don’t apply pressure
• Don’t remove objects stuck in your eye

Learn more about staying safe this Independence Day by visiting:  http://www.geteyesmart.org/eyesmart/eye-health-news/fireworks-injuries-infographic.cfm