As the Fourth of July approaches, the National Park Service is urging visitors to Buffalo National River to celebrate responsibly by leaving the fireworks at home. Fireworks are strictly prohibited within the boundaries of the national river, as well as on all National Park Service (NPS) lands nationwide. This regulation helps protect public safety, prevent wildfires, and preserve the quiet, natural beauty that draws more than a million visitors to the park each year. “Buffalo National River is a place of peace and natural wonder,” said Superintendent Angela Boyers. “We ask everyone to help us preserve that by leaving fireworks