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July 4 fireworks displays in Manatee and Anna Maria Island will go off as planned, officials say.

LAKELAND | A countywide burn ban outlawing the use of fireworks shouldn’t dampen Fourth of July displays in cities around Polk County, according to Polk County Public Safety officials.

County officials may have to temporarily modify the burn ban to accommodate official July 4 fireworks displays.

BARTOW | County officials may have to temporarily modify the burn ban to accommodate official July 4 fireworks displays.

Eat at your favorite restaurant while watching the 4th of July fireworks! Check out our list of the best places to watch fireworks in Tampa Bay.

All the best places to watch the pyrotechnics around the Bay

If you're going to light fireworks on July 4th, here's some tips on how to stay safe.

Each year, mostly within a few weeks of the Fourth of July, nearly 4,000 children ages 15 and under are treated in emergency departments for injuries resulting from fireworks.

Bang or bust. This Fourth of July may be a wash out for fireworks vendors who say the economy has taking the spark out of this year's holiday.