Fireworks can be shot off July 1; here is what to keep in mind…
Submitted to Sumner Newscow — The City of Wellington is allowing the discharge of fireworks starting Friday, July 1 within the city limits. The hours will be 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. July 1 through July 3, 10 a.m. to midnight on July 4. Retail sale hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. July 1 through July 4.
Wellington Fire Chief Tim Hay has released the following Firework Regulations and Safety information:
 Always purchase high quality fireworks from reliable and legitimate sources:
- Always read and follow label directions
- Have an adult supervise all fireworks activities
- Always ignite fireworks outdoors
- Have water nearby
- Never experiment or attempt to make your own fireworks
- Light only one firework at a time
- Never re-ignite malfunctioning fireworks
- Never give fireworks to small children
- Store fireworks in a cool, dry place
- Dispose of fireworks properly, preferably in a bucket of water
- Never throw or shoot fireworks at another person or at vehicles
- Never carry fireworks in your pocket
- Never shoot fireworks in metal or glass containers
Be respectful of your neighbors and pets.
No discharge of fireworks at Wellington Lake.
In addition, bottle rockets and M-80s are dangerous and illegal in the state of Kansas. The use or sale of these banned fireworks is considered a crime under Kansas law.
