CDC Report Reveals Unsafe Gun Storage in U.S. Homes
New data shows half of gun owners store loaded firearms unlocked, contributing to high rates of youth fatalities and suicides.
- Half of surveyed gun owners keep at least one loaded firearm unlocked at home.
- Firearms are the leading cause of death for Americans under 20.
- The study highlights the increase in firearm suicides since 2019.
- Experts recommend secure storage practices to prevent accidental shootings.
- Parents of child shooters may face legal consequences.
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