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Tuesday, June 30, 1998 Last modified at 1:42 a.m. on Tuesday, June 30, 1998
Sending fireworks through mail dangerous
The U.S. Postal Service is warning against sending any type of fireworks through the mail.
"Fireworks have no place in the mail," said Postmaster David Stafford. "It's clearly a safety issue."
Fireworks are Class 1 explosives, Stafford said, and accidental detonation may result in fires, injuries or property damage.
Mexican Poppers are of specific concern to the U.S. Postal Service. These fuseless fireworks are classified as hazardous materials and look like crumpled aluminum foil pieces 1/4 inch to 3/8 inch long. Unlike traditional fused fireworks, poppers explode with pressure.