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Houston Fire Department shows one of the boats used to respond to incidents in the lake. (Kevin Vu/Community Impact)

Houston Fire Department provides safety tips ahead of Fourth of July weekend

By Kevin Vu

With the upcoming Fourth of July celebrations, the Houston Fire Department laid out safety tips and reminders for Houston residents who will be grilling and barbecuing or thinking of popping some fireworks.

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