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4-year-old boy killed by firework when cannister tips over on Fourth of July, coroner says
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· July 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The Pulaski County Coroner's Office has provided some information about the accident. Further information about this incident can be found through the Pulaski County Coroner's Office or other news sources, as details are not fully available at this time.
A tragic incident occurred in Kentucky on the Fourth of July. Details are sparse, but it is known that a young boy's life was lost. The Pulaski County Coroner's Office has provided some information about the accident.
The boy, identified by officials, was fatally injured during a fireworks accident. His family was shooting off fireworks at the time of the incident. Further information about this incident can be found through the Pulaski County Coroner's Office or other news sources, as details are not fully available at this time.
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Category: safety Published: July 6, 2026 Source: KGNS — Sitewide Reading time: 1 min
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