Where You’re Most Likely To Get Hit By A Stray Bullet In Idaho
Every year in America, many people are seriously wounded or killed from stray bullets fired by an unknown person. Idaho is no exception, and living in some areas of the state can increase the risk for life-threatening injuries from firearm projectiles.
The Fourth of July holiday is just about upon us. Many Americans will include firearms in their Independence Day celebrations. Remember, what goes up, will surely come down.
I've never understood the reason for shooting guns off on the Fourth of July. It's a Wild West mentality that has no place in present day celebrations. There are far too many human beings on the planet to be firing guns into the sky for the hell of it.
The Areas of Idaho Where You're Most Likely To Get Hit By Stray Bullets
Fireworks have been around for thousands of years. Americans have been documented incorporating these explosives into celebrations dating back to the late 1700s, according to history.com.
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It's no surprise that living near larger Idaho cities like Boise, Meridian, and Nampa increase chances of getting struck by a stray bullet due to domestic disputes, crime, and the number of outdoor shooting ranges. Idaho has more than 20 indoor and outdoor shooting facilities statewide, according to henryusa.com.
In the past nine months, there have been more than 30 fatalities and 60 injuries due to stray bullets in the United States, according to ammo.com.
The Indian Springs community 90 miles east of Twin Falls, Idaho, has seen a dangerous number of close calls with stray bullets in recent months, according to a report by Idaho News 6.
Living or spending time near popular hunting spots will also increase the chances of taking a stray bullet in the Gem State.
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