All – We’re passing along a message from the city fire department as folks get ready to enjoy the upcoming 4th of July weekend. Please see the included graphic for the full message but here are a few key takeaways:
- The use of any explosive fireworks or rockets is illegal throughout the City of Columbus.
- The only legal fireworks that may be displayed in Ohio are those that Snake, Smoke, Snap and Sparkle.
- Because the use of illegal fireworks can cause severe injuries, property destruction and death, the Columbus Division of Fire will have specialized teams of fire investigators deployed this weekend who can respond to calls of illegal firework sales and large professional-grade displays that put the safety of our residents at risk.
In general, be respectful of those around you in the community & take proper safety precautions while celebrating!
Happy 4th of July everyone!
CFD Firework Safety Message 7.2.20
