Thinking of ringing in Valentine's Day with some festive balloons? Be sure to hold on tight. FirstEnergy reported that 109 power outages in its service area were caused by foil balloons last year.

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Carnival season is in full swing, but with it comes a reminder from local officials and utility providers about the dangers of Mylar or foil balloons and confetti cannons.

They resemble foil balloons, make a crackling sound when slipped on and, for a growing number of people, have become a simple luxury. By Misty White Sidell Object of Desire is a column about ...