Fireworks are an essential part of Fourth of July celebrations, but you’ll want to be cautious about what products you use this weekend.
according to Consumer Product Safety CommissionWinCo, one of the largest and most prominent fireworks wholesale distributors in the United States, has issued an immediate recall of more than 100,000 products just ahead of July 4th.
Between January and May, Winco delivered an estimated 87,120″Unity 7 Shot” 200g Aerial Cake Fireworks devices, model MEF6096, which were sold to the public.
“Recaptured fireworks may overturn, posing a risk of serious injury due to explosion and burn hazards,” the CPSC report said.
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🚨Remember the warning
Winco Fireworks Recalls Unity 7 Shot 200g Aerial Cake Due to Explosion/Burn Hazards 💥🔥
📍 Sold at Pyro City and other fireworks stores across the country
🛒 January-May 2026
❗ No injuries reported
🔗 https://t.co/jVVK2hgiYj #fireworksremembering… pic.twitter.com/IFrt4YeYKC– USA Recalls (@USA_Recalls) 2 July 2026
Winco also recalled about 13,500″Roman Candles 8 Shot 3-Pack Firework Device,“Model number RCLR-W8012, as they may blow out the side of the tube, posing a serious burn risk to users.
Via the CPSC, “Refired fireworks may malfunction, and shots may fly out the side of the tube, posing a risk of serious injury from explosion and burn hazards.”
Both of these products were manufactured in China and sold at Pyro City stores and other independent fireworks retailers nationwide.
Between April and June, Roman candles sold for approximately $17-$19, while Ariel cakes sold for an average of $6-$8 between January and May 2026.
Fortunately, according to the CPSC, no injuries or incidents related to these fireworks devices have been reported.
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