First and foremost, make sure your fireworks are legal. While a wide variety fireworks (arguably the best ones) can be purchased on tribal lands, that doesnt mean they are legal as soon as you leave the designated tribal area. Firecrackers, bottle rockets and other missiles are examples of fireworks that are illegal when used outside of tribal lands. Other fireworks including cherry bombs and m80s are not legal anywhere in the state, and may be confiscated by police. Check this link for a more detailed explanation of which fireworks are allowed around the greater Tacoma area.
The Office of the State Fire Marshal released a report last week that outlined tips for the safe use of fireworks. While much of this is common sense, the information bears repeating. These helpful tips include things like: Never use fireworks inside your home, Never point or shoot fireworks at another person, Do not try to make your own fireworks, and NEVER (their emphasis, not mine) drink alcohol and use fireworks at the same time. Now, that last one might be a little unrealistic, at least for my extended family, but the main point is this: dont be a dummy. Fireworks can be dangerous if they are handled improperly.
We hope you have a great time this Fourth of July weekend. But above all, stay safe! After all, you dont want to be included in next years report of fireworks related injuries. Staying Safe in Tacoma This 4th of July
First and foremost, make sure your fireworks are legal. While a wide variety fireworks (arguably the best ones) can be purchased on tribal lands, that doesnt mean they are legal as soon as you leave the designated tribal area. Firecrackers, bottle rockets and other missiles are examples of fireworks that are illegal when used outside of tribal lands. Other fireworks including cherry bombs and m80s are not legal anywhere in the state, and may be confiscated by police. Check this link for a more detailed explanation of which fireworks are allowed around the greater Tacoma area.
The Office of the State Fire Marshal released a report last week that outlined tips for the safe use of fireworks. While much of this is common sense, the information bears repeating. These helpful tips include things like: Never use fireworks inside your home, Never point or shoot fireworks at another person, Do not try to make your own fireworks, and NEVER (their emphasis, not mine) drink alcohol and use fireworks at the same time. Now, that last one might be a little unrealistic, at least for my extended family, but the main point is this: dont be a dummy. Fireworks can be dangerous if they are handled improperly.
We hope you have a great time this Fourth of July weekend. But above all, stay safe! After all, you dont want to be included in next years report of fireworks related injuries.