Man Blows Off Hand in Fireworks Accident in Niagara County

A Fourth of July celebration turned tragic Friday evening when a man sustained severe injuries in a fireworks-related accident in the Town of Pendleton, Niagara County.

The incident occurred shortly after 7pm on the 4900 block of Tonawanda Creek Road.

According to the Niagara County Sheriff's Office, emergency responders were dispatched following a report of a male who had suffered significant injuries while handling fireworks.

When deputies and EMS arrived on the scene, they found the 38-year-old man with major trauma to his hand as well as additional injuries to his chest and abdomen.

Deputies assisted paramedics by applying a tourniquet to the victim’s arm in an effort to control the bleeding. Despite their efforts, a significant amount of blood was lost.

The injured man, a resident of the City of Lockport, was transported by ambulance to Erie County Medical Center.

Authorities confirmed Saturday that the injuries, while severe, were not considered life-threatening.

The sheriff's office is continuing to investigate the incident. No further details have been released.

Man Blows Off Hand in Fireworks Accident in Niagara County