Politics & Government
The 4th Of July Is Just Around The Corner In University Place City
'With Independence Day just over a month away, more and more fireworks stands are starting to pop up around our region.'
May 29, 2021
With Independence Day just over a month away, more and more fireworks stands are starting to pop up around our region. Residents are reminded that:
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Within the City of University Place, the only fireworks that are legal for discharge are:
- Cones
- Fountains
- Smokes
- Novelties such as smoke balls, snakes and pop-its
- Sparklers
Fireworks can only be discharged from 9 a.m. to midnight on July 4 by persons 16 years of age or older. Children under 16 must be under direct adult supervision. Violations of the University Place fireworks law are infractions and could lead to a $250 fine, plus fees, costs and assessments.
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To ensure fireworks safety, West Pierce Fire & Rescue encourages residents to watch this short video, UP Responds - Fireworks Rules & Guidelines (originally aired in 2019) which includes tips on how to keep people and property safe when discharging legal fireworks.
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