Printed on July 3, 2024
Because the July Fourth vacation approaches, revelers are inspired to be protected and comply with the Metropolis’s fireworks ordinance.
The Metropolis Council amended the fireworks ordinance in 2023, permitting nonexplosive, nonaerial glowing units, each ground-based and handheld, for use, bought and bought within the metropolis limits.
Residents are inspired to get pleasure from Metropolis-sanctioned fireworks shows managed by professionals. Go to Huntsville.org for a listing of actions.
Security ideas
- All the time have a water supply helpful to extinguish any stray fireworks.
- By no means level fireworks at one other particular person or pet. Over 9,000 accidents or burns associated to fireworks mishaps are reported yearly, in accordance with the Nationwide Fireplace Safety Affiliation (NFPA).
- By no means reignite a firework. If a firework fails to gentle, contemplate it a dud. By no means relight or choose up fireworks that fail. Douse the firework with water earlier than disposal.
- Youngsters ought to by no means ignite or play with fireworks.
- Keep sober when utilizing fireworks.
Have a good time responsibly
The Metropolis of Huntsville encourages residents to have fun the Fourth of July responsibly and to be good neighbors by avoiding taking pictures fireworks after 10 p.m. Adhering to the fireworks ordinance and working towards security can guarantee a protected and pleasant vacation.