Concerts and Fireworks

[Sally M. Whitson]

With the summer season upon us more people will be attending concerts and
firework displays.  One of our local TV stations has asked me to do a live
news interview to discuss the potential noise hazards and protective
strategies needed when attending concerts and firework displays.  I feel
comfortable with my level of expertise about concerts, TTS, PTS, and ear
protection, but I would greatly benefit from information about the sound
levels etc of firework displays.  My current thought is that firework displays
are of low risk because participants are usually seated at a distance from the
sound source.  If anyone has more specific info it will be helpful.  Thanks.

Sally Whitson, M.S., CCC/A
Director of Hearing Services
Milwaukee Medical Clinic
Milwaukee, WI