Law enforcement reminding to be safe when using fireworks

'Celebrate safely': West Fargo PD warns about July 4 fireworks rules

WEST FARGO — The West Fargo Police Department is reminding residents that fireworks are only permitted on Thursday, July 4, from 8 a.m. to midnight. Lighting fireworks outside of this timeframe may result in a fine of up to $1,000 or up to 30 days in jail. Community Risk Reduction Officer Travis Olson urges people to celebrate safely and be mindful of their surroundings. "Make sure that you're not inside of, obviously, of a house, but over a ga…

GB Police and Fire stress safety when using fireworks

City officials urge community to avoid illegal fireworks

Steamboat Springs Fire Rescue and the Steamboat Springs Police Department are reminding residents and visitors to avoid illegal fireworks over the holiday weekend. According to Steamboat Springs Fire Chief Chuck Cerasoli, fireworks and sparklers caused an estimated 9,700 injuries and an average of 18,500 fires across the nation last year. “We’re strongly recommending that everyone ground any plans to put on their own fireworks show and extinguis…

Law enforcement reminding to be safe when using fireworks

EVANSVILLE, Ind (WEHT) - The 4th of July is coming up and law enforcement officials are reminding people to be safe when it comes to using fireworks. Laws regarding fireworks vary from city to city. In Evansville, the city allows fireworks from 5 to 10:30 p.m. between June 29 and July 9. The exception is on the 4th when fireworks can be set off from 10 a.m. until midnight. Fireworks are not allowed on public streets, in parks or other public are…

Washoe County authorities come together urging fire-safe Fourth of July, warn of penalties for fireworks

As Independence Day nears, TMFPD and WSCO remind residents that fireworks are illegal, dangerous, and carry steep penalties.

Government urging safety and caution when using fireworks