Henderson Fire
Fireworks SafetyFireworks Safety Tips
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Fireworks should be used on a flat, firm surface such as the ground or a driveway.
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Fireworks are illegal on the street and sidewalk.
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Stay away from bushes, grasses, trees, or anything else that might catch fire. Stay away from vehicles.
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Have a large bucket of water and garden hose available for use in case of fire.
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There should be a responsible adult present at all times when fireworks are being used.
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After the firework has been used, it should be picked up with a shovel, dropped into a large bucket of water, and soaked overnight before being discarded in the trash.
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"Duds" or fireworks that did not go off after being lit should be picked up with a shovel and dropped into a bucket of water. DO NOT try to relight them or pick them up by hand.
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If a fire starts because of a firework, DO NOT PANIC. Use the garden hose or bucket of water to put the fire out to prevent it from getting larger. Call 911.
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Fireworks should NEVER be used inside a building or shot at homes, people or animals.
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ANY type of firework is illegal after 11:59 p.m. on July 4, year round, which includes Safe‑N‑Sane fireworks.
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Fireworks are illegal at all times on streets, in any parks, on city property, or on school district property.
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Fireworks are not permitted at any time on federal property, which includes national parks and recreational areas.
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There is an extreme danger of fire in the parklands and people caught using fireworks can face extreme penalties.
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Furthermore, if a fire occurs on Public Lands, the persons responsible will be charged for the cost of suppressing the fire.
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For best safety results, leave spent fireworks in a large buck of water over night.
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Do not store used fireworks in an enclosed space, such as a garbage can inside your garage.