Wellington Fire Department outlines Fireworks safety tips… Discharge dates are July 1 – July 4
Sumner Newscow report — The following is a press release from the Wellington Fire Department concerning fireworks activities…
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Discharge dates and hours are July 1 – July 3, 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, city parks, Hargis Creek Watershed, airport, Wellington Golf Course and Wellington Lake. 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.
