Fireworks Ban in Spokane
Incident #: n/a Date of Incident: 6/29/2012 Issuing Officer: Lisa Jones / Fire Marshal
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 20 years ago for the City of Spokane, Spokane Valley, Cheney, Millwood, Liberty Lake and the unincorporated parts of Spokane County. Last year, City of Spokane Fire responded to 5 fireworks-caused fires and local hospitals treated 5 persons for injuries that occurred outside of Spokane County. Compare that with State of Washington data showing a total of 264 fireworks-caused fires and 212 injuries. 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 may be allowed in designated areas. . Fines begin at $513 for individuals lighting any type of firework in the City of Spokane. Fines in Spokane County begin at $1,000. . 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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