Fireworks injure man, destroy part of home

7/5/2006

Fourth of July celebrations destroyed the bedroom of a Silverdale Drive home and sent the homeowner to the hospital last night, authorities said.

A firework flew through an open window at 5533 Silverdale and ignited a bed, Toledo Fire Battalion Chief Dennis Facer said. The unidentified man was taken to Toledo Hospital about 10 p.m. His injuries were described as not life-threatening.