Pierce County Offers Tips for a Safe Fourth of July, List of Fireworks Shows

In 2011, the Pierce County Fire Marshal’s Office reported that 24 fires and 27 injuries in Pierce County were caused by fireworks. With the 4th of July just around the corner, community members, parents, emergency officials and responders are calling attention to fireworks safety.

“We want the public to know how dangerous fireworks can be and that fireworks safety should not be taken lightly,” said Pierce County Fire Marshal Warner Webb.

Be Prepared… before you light fireworks

• Only use fireworks purchased from state licensed fireworks stands—illegal fireworks are subject to immediate confiscation and possible criminal charges. 
• Store fireworks out of children’s reach.
• Keep pets safe indoors.
• Always keep water handy.

Be Safe… when lighting fireworks

• Only adults should light fireworks.
• Only use fireworks outdoors.
• Do not throw fireworks or hold fireworks in your hand.
• Protect your eyes.
• Light one firework at a time and move away quickly—never relight a "dud."

Be Responsible… after you finish

• Soak used fireworks in water.
• Be considerate and clean up used fireworks.
• Remember firework debris belong in the trash NOT the recycle bin.
• Keep matches and lighters away from children.

The best and safest way to celebrate the 4th of July holiday is to attend a public fireworks show where you know the people organizing the event are trained on fire safety.  People are welcome to attend any of the following public fireworks shows: 

• July 3-Fireworks Display
  203 Lynch St. West, Eatonville
• July 3-Post Game Fireworks Show
  Cheney Stadium, Tacoma
• July 4-Henderson Bay Fireworks
  Purdy Spit, Gig Harbor
• July 4-Fireworks Display
  West side of Tapps Is., Tacoma Pt., Evergreen Pt., and Inlet Is.
• July 4-Steilacoom Old Fashioned 4th of July
  Lafayette St., Steilacoom
• July 4-Freedom Fair and Fireworks Extravaganza
  Ruston Way Waterfront Park, Tacoma

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Depending on where you live, the use of fireworks may be restricted or banned. Information about regulations in Pierce County is available here.

To learn more about fireworks safety, visit www.piercecountywa.org/FPB or contact the Pierce County Fire Marshal’s Office at PCFirePrevention@co.pierce.wa.us.