Des Moines, Central Iowa Cities Allow Fireworks Between Certain Hours in Public Spaces Under New State Law

DMFD shares safety tips as new fireworks laws lead to increased sales and use

DES MOINES, Iowa -- New fireworks laws in Des Moines are expected to result in more sales and use during the holiday week. Fireworks are now allowed on private property in the state's capital city on July 3rd between 9 a.m. and 10 p.m., and on July 4th between 9 a.m. and 11 p.m. They are not permitted on public property, like city parks. As a result of looser laws, fireworks retailers are now gearing up for more sales this year. This is the case…

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Des Moines, central Iowa cities allow fireworks between certain hours in public spaces under new state law

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