Be safe, responsible with fireworks
Published 3:44 pm Tuesday, June 30, 2015
Last year, there were 432 fireworks related injuries and/or fires reported to the Office of the State Fire Marshal by fire departments and hospital emergency rooms.
With retail fireworks stands opening across the state since June 28 and record numbers of fireworks sales permit applications reported this year in the state, this explosive event demonstrates just how important it is to celebrate safely.
Always remember to use the three B’sy:
Be Prepared
Have water nearby.
Put pets indoors.
Purchase only legal fireworks.
Be Safe
Only adults should light fireworks
Never throw fireworks, and never hold them in your hand.
Light fireworks one at a time, move away quickly, and keep at a safe distance until the display is finished.
Use fireworks outdoors, away from anything that can burn.
Be Responsible
Clean up fireworks debris.
Soak all fireworks remnants in a bucket of water.
If a device does not light or fire, an adult should wait at least 15 minutes and approach it carefully.
Keep all unused fireworks, matches, and lighters out of sight and reach of children.
Don’t take any chances, be sure the fireworks you purchase are legal to possess and discharge. Know the dates and times fireworks are allowed in your community. Stay away from high powered illegal explosive devices.
Do not alter fireworks or make any type of homemade device. The damage they cause can be devastating and life altering.
For more information visit www.wsp.wa.gov/fire/fireworks.htm.
North Bend: Fireworks can be discharged in North Bend only on July 4, between 9 a.m. and midnight.
Snoqualmie: Fireworks can be discharged in Snoqualmie only on July 4, between 6 p.m. and midnight. Effective Jan. 1, 2016, all aerial fireworks will also be banned in the city.
Fall City: Fireworks can be discharged in Fall City (and all unincorporated King County) only on July 4, between 9 a.m. and midnight.
Carnation: Discharge of any fireworks is illegal, year-round.
Duvall: Fireworks can be discharged in Duvall only on July 4, between 9 a.m. and midnight.
