7.02.09 - 4:00PM
- by
Kelly Reeves

FIREWORKS on the Web- Fourth of July's True Dawn's Early Light

On Saturday, USAians across the nation will celebrate the anniversary of our independence with an activity that, depending on what state you're in, may be illegal -- FIREWORKS!11!!1!!!!

Before we get to the good stuff, it is mandatory that you stop on over to the OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF AMERICA (USA) and/or peep some special bald eagles to help you get into the proper patriotic spirit.

Okay, now you may continue below for a handy resource for fireworks on the web for your July 4th weekend enjoyment. Whether you will celebrate IRL or behind the comfort of your comptuter screen, we've found something for everyone.

First off, cautionary tales. Our pals at BuzzFeed did us a solid by compiling these 11 Videos of Irresponsible Firework Use and the resulting Fireworks Injuries to help scare you crazies into proper behavior.

Still can't be swayed from making your own display and want to stock up for the big day? Here are some fireworks stores to avoid -- Don't Buy Your Fireworks Here!
If you want to document your fireworks extravaganza, Wired has some helpful tips on How To Photograph Fireworks.
Rather have someone else do all the work? Try to catch one of the 20 Best July 4th Fireworks Displays in the U.S.
If you care to play it completely safe, here's a gem from the Urlesque archives: set off fireworks on your computer instead with Fireworks Supreme.
And here's just some pretty eye-candy: PES has released another amazing stop motion video called "Fireworks" (via Laughing Squid)