Fireworks Reminders
Incident #: n/a Date of Incident: 6/29/2011 Issuing Officer: Jan Doherty/Public Education Officer
Narrative:
As we approach the July 4th holiday, Spokane Fire Department wants to thank the community for complying with the fireworks ban that was enacted 19 years ago for the City of Spokane, Spokane Valley, Cheney, Millwood, Liberty Lake and the unincorporated parts of Spokane County. Last year, Spokane Fire responded to 3 fireworks-caused fires and local hospitals treated 2 persons for injuries. Compare that with State of Washington data showing a total of 414 fireworks-caused fires and 161 injuries, including one death from a sparkler bomb. With fireworks stands now operating in various parts of WA and ID, Spokane Fire Department has some reminders for the community. . Bottle rockets, missiles and fire crackers are illegal in every part of Washington State with the exception of some tribal land where fireworks can be used in designated areas. . Fines begin at $513 for individuals lighting any type of firework in the City of Spokane. . Fireworks cannot be lit on any forested land or in any park area. . In addition to fines and court costs, persons who start fires with fireworks are liable for restitution of damaged property and recovery of Fire Department (or Department of Natural Resources) response costs. . To report violations of the fireworks ban, call CRIME CHECK at 456-2233. Please enjoy the large scale Fireworks display in Riverfront Park that is provided annually for the entire community at 10 PM on July 4.
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