City of Wellington fireworks regulation and safety tips
Sumner Newscow report — The following is a press release by Wellington Fire Chief Tim Hay. To reiterate, people can’t shoot fireworks at the Wellington Lake or Hargis Creek Watershed.
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“Discharge dates and hours are July 1 through July 3, from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and July 4 from 10 a.m. to midnight.
Sales dates and hours are July 1 through July 4 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. It is illegal to shoot fireworks on public streets, at the Wellington Lake, and Hargis Creek Watershed.
Do not dispose of fireworks in a trash can or box when done. Place ignited fireworks in a metal container with water and soak overnight!
Fireworks Safety Tips
•Alcohol and fireworks do not mix. Have a “designated shooter”.
•Never give fireworks to small children.
•Adults should always supervise the use of fireworks by older children.
•Never point or throw fireworks at a person, building, or animal.
•Have a source of water handy in case of fire.
•Light only one firework at a time.
•Never shoot fireworks in metal or glass containers.
•Never experiment with homemade fireworks.
•Bottle rockets and other skyrockets that are mounted on a stick or wire are illegal.
•Do not shoot fireworks indoors or from a vehicle.
•Keep fireworks away from open spaces with dry vegetation.
